Posted 4/4/2024, 12:22:00 PM
New post-Brexit border fees could drive up UK food prices again
- New post-Brexit border charges of up to £145 per truck delivery could raise food prices again after recent declines
- Business groups warn importers will pass on charges to consumers, hindering falling food inflation
- Groups say charges will disproportionately hit small UK importers and European exporters
- Horticulture industry says charges will hike costs, reduce consumer choice, and risk empty shelves
- UK government says charges will help fund new border facilities and are set at low end of previously discussed range