British public predicted to panic buy ahead of Brexit

Published: 4-Oct-2019
Retail Logistics

Non-perishable goods, including beauty products, could be prime for stockpiling in the run up to the UK’s departure from the EU

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The British public are predicted to stockpile goods ahead of Brexit at the end of this month, piling pressure on retailers and logistics companies.

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