Reported about 1 year ago
Since the UK's departure from the EU in 2020, their reliance on fresh fruits and vegetables from the EU has not decreased, resulting in higher costs for UK consumers and small businesses. The UK has recently started border checks on fresh food imports from the EU, leading to reduced choices, potential price increases, and concerns over food waste. The UK government argues that these measures ensure biosecurity and will be implemented in a phased manner, primarily targeting high-risk goods such as live animals. However, organizations warn that the additional bureaucratic procedures could significantly increase costs and inflate food prices, posing a threat to small businesses.
Source: YAHOO