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Lorries with unsafe meat imports skip border checks, UK government says

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UK officials revealed lorries carrying unsafe meat imports bypassed mandatory border checks, raising food safety concerns. The admissions came in a March 2026 report highlighting systemic failures in post-Brexit import controls. The government acknowledged gaps in enforcement, with some high-risk shipments—including contaminated or improperly documented meat—entering the UK uninspected. Authorities blamed staff shortages and logistical delays at key ports. Industry sources warned the lapses increase risks of foodborne illnesses and undermine consumer trust. Critics argue weakened oversight stems from rushed implementation of new border infrastructure post-EU exit. Ministers pledged to strengthen checks but offered no timeline. The disclosure follows repeated warnings from food standards agencies about underfunded inspection regimes since 2021. Opposition parties demanded an urgent inquiry, citing potential public health threats. The scandal adds pressure on trade policies amid broader debates over UK-EU regulatory divergence.
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