U.K. Races to Fix ‘Critical Gaps’ in Brexit Border Plan

Leaked government memo spells out fears of border chaos
Hauliers voice concern key IT system won’t be ready in time

Lorries arrive from a ferry at the Port of Dover Ltd. in Dover, U.K.
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By Joe Mayes

September 3, 2020 at 9:25 AM UTC

Updated on

September 3, 2020 at 4:56 PM UTC

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Boris Johnson’s officials are urgently working to avert a major border crisis when the U.K. leaves the European Union’s trade regime, amid warnings vital government IT systems may not be ready in time.