Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar TD is urging businesses to be ready for the inevitable changes that Brexit will mean for their operations at the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020. As a part of the “Getting Ireland Brexit Ready” campaign, the Tánaiste is calling on businesses to take particular action in the areas of customs, supply chain vulnerabilities, cash flow planning, and certifications. In his statement, the Tánaiste has said, “I ask all businesses regardless of their size, small, medium or large to focus on their Brexit readiness as things will simply not be the same. Being prepared for customs formalities is critical and the Government is here to help.”

Additionally, Northern Ireland Economy Minister Diane Dodds is also encouraging businesses across Northern Ireland to access EU Exit support from Invest Northern Ireland and InterTrade Ireland, which include online Brexit tools, webinars and EU Exit support vouchers. In her statement, Minister Dodds has addressed the need for clarity around trading requirements for Northern Ireland businesses, however she has stated that “there are things that businesses can do now to ensure they are equipped to face the challenges and opportunities from 1 January 2021.”