In the Queen’s speech, the UK government announced several measures to help the country bounce back from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and Brexit. One such announcement was the establishment of new Freeports as a means of boosting trade, creating jobs, and stimulating investment.
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Enviro Building Products
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