Holyhead Port – update from Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales

The Welsh Government has also said contingency plans are in place for the New Year period to deal with the closure of the port.

Over the weekend alternative sailings have been taking place to Ireland, despite high winds and challenging conditions and some cancellations. 

Mr Skates said: “Conditions have been incredibly challenging across the UK, but additional sailings from Wales and the Mersey area have taken place, helping people and goods get to Ireland for Christmas.  These sailings will continue.

“I’d like to thank the ferry companies for their efforts in putting alternative sailings in place. I would urge anyone who is travelling to check the arrangements with their ferry company.

“This is a challenge we have never faced before, but we'll continue to work together with the UK and Irish governments to rescue the hopes and plans of people and businesses. We will also work with the owners of Holyhead Port to get the facility back open as soon as possible, as it is a massively important facility for Ireland and the UK."