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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Ben Quinn Political Correspondent

EXPLAINED: Uk supply chain unprepared for major shocks such as war report warns | Rare Historical Photos

Empty fruit and vegetable shelves at Asda
Empty fruit and vegetable shelves at Asda in 2023 due to a combination of bad weather and transport problems in Africa and Europe. Photograph: Yui Mok/PA

Britain’s vital supply chains are unprepared for the prospect of a major shock such as war with Russia, and bold steps are needed to catch up with “worst-case scenario” planning by European states, ministers have been warned.

Donald Trump’s “America First” transformation of the US, which has made what was once a trusted UK ally a much less reliable partner, should also feed into that planning, according to a new report.

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