Economics

Almost Half of U.K. Exporters Say Sales Dropped After Brexit

British Chambers of Commerce says situation is worsening
Government has said border friction is ‘teething problems’

Port of Dover Ltd. As Post-Brexit Border Inspections Delayed — Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg

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By Lucy Meakin

April 11, 2021 at 11:01 PM UTC

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U.K. exporters reported lower sales in the first quarter after Covid-19 and the completion of Brexit added to shipping delays, higher transport costs and more extensive paperwork.