Fast forward four decades and the shortages in modern Britain stem from Covid-19 disrupting an intricate network of global supply chains where the slightest problem throws the whole system. Britain’s economy came close to stalling in July as disruption from shortages of workers and materials dragged down growth. Pasta prices are set to rise after drought and soaring temperatures hit farms in Canada, one of the biggest producers of wheat, while there are supply issues in Italy. RetailStock levels have hit the lowest since 1983 as the HGV driver shortage prevents goods from getting to supermarket shelves. File pictureStock levels have hit the lowest since 1983 as the HGV driver shortage prevents goods from getting to supermarket shelves.

Source: Irish Examiner September 10, 2021 14:03 UTC