Challenges Faced by Small Businesses Ahead of Christmas Due to Holyhead Port Closure
The St Tola Goat Cheese Farm in County Clare is facing significant delivery delays as Holyhead Port remains closed following Storm Darragh, impacting their crucial Christmas sales. Manager Brian McEntee highlights that the delays threaten their UK market presence during the peak season. The farm, which produces perishable artisan cheeses, is anxious about lost sales during this vital time, exacerbated by potential ongoing port issues according to government officials monitoring the situation.