'Shocked Cabinet' told no-deal Brexit may force government to operate lorry ferries

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And as the phoney Brexit war draws to a close, the really crazy stuff can begin. Those harking back to the brilliance of wartime Britain may be overjoyed to read that the UK government is looking at contingencies to own and operate is own fleet of ro-ro vessels to ensure vital supplies reach these shores. According to ITV, transport minister Chris Grayling told a “shocked” Cabinet of its plans, which focus on securing medical supplies should the French opt to ...