Doug Bannister, head of the Port of Dover: ‘We’re at the centre of Brexit. I signed up for that’

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Doug Bannister, head of the Port of Dover: ‘We’re at the centre of Brexit. I signed up for that’
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The US executive took over the port in 2019, in the heat of the debate about the EU. He’s not surprised it’s been a challenge

during the first weeks of the year, including by the introduction of new EU import controls, increased freight traffic, roadworks and a reduction in ferry services as vessels were refitted.frequently seen snaking up the A20 road, which winds down to the coast. Bannister believes this is partly due to traders and hauliers getting used to new requirements, which include time-consuming passport and paperwork checks.

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