| answer text |
<p>There has been a reduced flow of freight traffic at ports across the UK since the
end of the Transition Period and imposition of tighter restrictions to tackle Covid-19,
including at Welsh ports. However, traffic flows are now gradually increasing – in
fact, roll-on/roll-off freight flow at Welsh ports increased each week in January.</p><p>We
recognise the need to provide as much support to the haulage sector as possible to
smooth the transition to new trading arrangements. The Government has introduced a
range of measures to help the industry meet new export requirements, including training,
webinars and extensive guidance on GOV.UK. We are similarly ramping up communication
and engagement efforts to ensure that traders are confident using Welsh routes. Furthermore,
hauliers can benefit from the Trader Support Service which provides free advice and
support to businesses of all sizes moving goods under the Northern Ireland Protocol.</p><p>Welsh
ports – as part of the GB ‘land bridge’ – will continue to provide critical routes
to and from the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe, and we are confident that
Welsh ports will continue to thrive as we build on the opportunities provided by being
an independent trading nation.</p><p> </p>
|
|
