T&T the latest to warn industry must prepare for delays getting materials to site after Brexit

By Jordan Marshall and Dave Rogers2020-12-10T06:00:00

Increased paperwork and red tape will see hold-ups at ports, consultant adds, as EU trade talks drag on until Sunday

As Boris Johnson returned home from talks with the EU last night, Turner & Townsend has become the latest firm to warn that delays getting materials into the country from the EU will increase once the Brexit transition period comes to an end – with or without a trade deal.

The prime minister and the EU agreed to continue talks for another 72 hours with both sides saying they should come to a deal or no deal outcome by Sunday.

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