Brexit: M&S temporarily cuts hundreds of products in NI

 

 Marks & Spencer has temporarily stopped selling hundreds of items in its Northern Ireland stores due to Brexit red tape. The retailer said it feared its food would be blocked due to new rules governing shipments between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. A growing number of firms have spoken out about paperwork delays at ports.
The government said traders and hauliers need to take steps to comply with new border rules.
M&S took the decision to temporarily drop hundreds of products, including chocolate fudge pudding and sweet and sour chicken, from its Northern Ireland stores after it saw competitors' lorries barred from travelling between the mainland and Northern Ireland.

An entire consignment in a lorry can be held up if only one item in the truck doesn't have the correct customs forms filled out.
The retailer said it aimed to get the products back up for sale soon.
An M&S spokesperson said: "We have served customers in Northern Ireland for over 50 years and our priority is to make sure we continue to deliver the same choice and great quality range that our loyal customers have always enjoyed.
"Stores have been receiving regular deliveries this week, however following the UK's recent departure from the EU, we are transitioning to new processes and we're working closely with our partners and suppliers to ensure customers can continue to enjoy a great range of products."