Leaving the EUNorthern Ireland Protocol Haulage Industry 2021-10-27
2021-10-27
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The question arises due to supply chain issues faced by the haulage industry in Northern Ireland, exacerbated by leaving the EU and the implementation of the Northern Ireland protocol.
What recent assessment his Department has made of the impact of the UK leaving the EU and the Northern Ireland protocol on the haulage industry in Northern Ireland?
Many supply chain issues are common across the UK, with a shortage of HGV drivers in all sectors. The government has introduced solutions to ease pressures across the country and is engaged in discussions with the EU to resolve current issues caused by the protocol's application.
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The answer does not provide a recent departmental assessment as requested, instead referencing general supply chain issues and ongoing discussions.
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Logistics UK, representing 400 haulage operators in Northern Ireland responsible for 90% of goods transferred across the Irish Sea, welcomed EU proposals as a positive step. However, there is confusion over why the UK Government has not accepted these proposals.
Why have the UK Government refused to accept those proposals and instead insisted on sinking the negotiations with ideological demands rather than practical considerations?
I need to correct the hon. Lady's misunderstanding: the haulage association representatives met on Friday and are clear that the EU proposal does not work and is insufficient; they prefer what we outlined in the Command Paper, which focuses on resolving issues raised by the industry.
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The answer clarifies the government's position but does not directly address why they have refused to accept EU proposals.
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