News / Number-one fear for UK post-Brexit trading is supply chain delays

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As the UK’s Brexit preparations reach new heights of chaos, a survey has revealed that companies are ill-prepared for the new customs regime, which begins in January.

Two-thirds of large businesses are very, or extremely, concerned about delays in their supply chain post-Brexit, while 72% are worried about the customs brokerage market’s capacity.

And, given the parlous state of negotiations with the EU, it is of concern that only 18% of British businesses seem prepared for a ‘no-deal’ Brexit.

The survey, carried out ...