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Holyhead Port: Closures

Lords · Question HL3782 · Tabled 6 Jan 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 20 Jan 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact on the economies of both Wales and the UK, of the recent closure of shipping facilities at the port of Holyhead; and what discussions have they had with the company that manages

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 20 Jan 2025

DfT is working closely with the Welsh Government, which is leading on this matter. Welsh officials have had regular contact with operators, including Stena, which operates the port of Holyhead. UK Government officials (including DfT, Border Force, DBT and...