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Freight: Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Office written question – answered at on 1 December 2025.

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Photo of Gregory Campbell Gregory Campbell DUP, East Londonderry

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, if he will hold discussions with the International Road Transport Union on the extent of ongoing road haulage difficulties that exist for transportation of freight between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Photo of Hilary Benn Hilary Benn The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland

I have met with a range of businesses and representative bodies, including those dealing with the movement of goods by road, and I remain committed to continuing this discussion. HM Revenue & Customs has also been engaging regularly with the International Road Transport Union, and their members directly, to provide bespoke support.

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  • (Citation: HC Deb, 1 December 2025, cW)

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