Up to a third of major food manufacturers are planning to temporarily halt shipping to Northern Ireland after the Brexit

The video discusses the impact of Brexit on food retailers in Northern Ireland, focusing on increased costs due to the Irish Sea border. It highlights the challenges faced by businesses and consumers, particularly in the context of cheese pricing and the Northern Ireland Protocol. The video also explores the potential for higher costs and reduced product availability, as well as the responses from retailers and consumers, including calls for a grace period and stockpiling behavior.

What is the main reason for the increased costs faced by food retailers in Northern Ireland?

• A shortage of supply from Spain

• Increased demand for local products

• The introduction of the Irish Sea border

• Higher taxes imposed by the UK government

Which product is used as an example to illustrate the impact of Brexit on prices?

• Gouda cheese from the Netherlands

• Brie cheese from France

• Stilton cheese from England

• Cheddar cheese from Scotland

What is the Northern Ireland Protocol expected to result in?

• Increased exports to the EU

• Higher costs and less choice for consumers

• More investment in local businesses

• A decrease in food quality

What percentage of businesses are considering reducing or pausing shipments to Northern Ireland?

• 15%

• 29%

• 60%

• 45%

What are retailers in Northern Ireland calling for in response to the new regulations?

• A complete removal of the Irish Sea border

• A grace period and a trusted trader scheme

• More stringent checks on imports

• Increased government subsidies