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<p>High consumer demand and sustained disruption caused by Covid-19 has put pressure
on global freight capacity which has resulted in demand for shipping containers outstripping
supply. This has caused an increase in the cost of freight transport globally. Higher
prices have impacted UK trade causing disruption for businesses and individuals. DIT
has supported DfT in working with the shipping industry to mitigate disruption. DIT
is also engaging with affected businesses and continues to monitor the impact of rising
shipping prices on international trade.</p>
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