Delivery backlogs caused by the closure of Holyhead Port due to Storm Darragh have been mostly cleared, with An Post processing 484,000 parcels by Sunday afternoon. However, the travel plans of tens of thousands with ferry crossings booked over the next 10 days are still at risk, prompting discussions between Irish and Welsh officials to address the trade backlog and secure alternative transport solutions. Additional ferry capacity has been arranged, with temporary relaxation of drivers’ hours rules granted, as authorities work towards reopening Holyhead Port by the end of the week to minimize disruptions during the holiday season.
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