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<p>The Government recognises the important contribution that Welsh ports make to the
economy, and intends to ensure that traffic continues to flow freely at all UK ports
and airports, including at those such as Holyhead, Fishguard and Pembroke Dock.</p><p>
</p><p>The Government’s White Paper on the UK’s Future Relationship with the European
Union set out our proposal of a new Facilitated Customs Arrangement which would avoid
any new routine customs checks and controls for UK-EU trade.</p><p> </p><p>However,
it is our duty as a responsible Government to prepare for all potential outcomes.
HMRC and other departments working with the Border Delivery Group are engaging port
users and operators, domestically and at key EU ports, to ensure locations are operationally
ready to meet the requirements of future customs arrangements with the EU.</p>
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