Department for Transport says Portsmouth will be ready for '˜all eventualities' in BrexitÂ
ALL eventualities are being planned for in the case of a no-deal Brexit, the Department for Transport (DfT) has stressed.
The DfT has come under fire from campaigners in Portsmouth, who criticised it for a '˜lack of interest' in traffic fears raised by council chiefs.
However, the DfT has responded and vowed to stage a number of meetings with officials from the port, police and council over the coming weeks.
A spokeswoman said: '˜It is the duty of a responsible government to plan for all eventualities.
'˜We are working with local councils and the port to establish the potential impact of additional freight on the city of Portsmouth, to ensure we are prepared for all possible outcomes.'
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