Trade

UK government's 35% tariff on Russian whitefish imports 'imminent,' despite potential collateral damage

The government is expected to announce the decision soon, despite fears from industry that the move will have a devastating impact on processors and especially the country's iconic fish and chips sector.

The government of Boris Johnson, United Kingdom's Prime Minister, is planning to implement tariffs on Russian whitefish soon, seafood industry sources say.
The government of Boris Johnson, United Kingdom's Prime Minister, is planning to implement tariffs on Russian whitefish soon, seafood industry sources say.Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Published 12 May 2022, 18:22Updated 12 May 2022, 18:39
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