Attwell said many had cited the increased cost of exporting their products to Ireland and customs delays. Attwell said exports from Ireland to the UK had been landing well, but most issues were in the other direction. He said these issues were leading to some suppliers stopping sending products to Ireland. And the retailers may say 'if you want to keep that you need to service Ireland'." He added that Oakland hopes to hire about 50 new employees here, bringing its total Irish staff to about 100.

Source: Irish Independent January 17, 2021 02:36 UTC