Retail bosses have warned of potential disruptions to the supply chain in the Channel Islands as the commercial ferry operator evaluates options to ensure food and medical supplies can continue to reach the islands. Government officials urge residents not to stockpile goods.
Retail bosses have previously reassured residents of the resilience of their supply chain , but the islands' commercial ferry operator warned' three ships - the Goodwill, the Clipper and the Islander - are responsible for bringing freight to the Channel Islands from the UK or France.
The company says it is "evaluating options" to ensure food and medical supplies can continue to reach the islands. It comes as government officials have urged people not to stockpile goods and to "be mindful of ensuring that stores are able to provide for all immediate needs".residents have taken to social media to bemoan the traffic chaos caused as shoppers' vehicles queue out of supermarket car parks and onto main roads.A spokesperson told ITV News: "We are aware of the expected forecasts and are taking all steps we can to mitigate any potential issues.
"Unfortunately, due to the expected forecast, we can expect disruptions to supply across both islands for goods being received.Credit: ITV ChannelHe said: "There is no need for islanders to start panic-buying groceries as more supermarket deliveries are due on the island tonight and early tomorrow. "For those who wish to buy items to last them for the next few days, please only buy what you need as there are many islanders - such as those working night shifts and those in the emergency and care services - who haven’t yet had the opportunity to shop, and may need to do so very late in the day or early tomorrow.
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