Brexit's lingering impact: UK economy struggles as post-Brexit border checks face repeated delays

The UK government has delayed health and safety checks on food imports from the European Union for the fifth time in three years, highlighting the ongoing struggles and consequences of Brexit. The delays aim to avoid pushing up food prices and disrupting vital supplies, but they also add costs and friction to supply chains. Brexit has already contributed to high inflation in the UK, with a recent study attributing a third of food price inflation since 2019 to Brexit. Concerns persist that border checks on EU food imports could choke off supplies, and industry groups urge the government to provide certainty for businesses. The UK economy, already fragile due to the pandemic, faces the challenges of high inflation and rising interest rates.