Retailers fear delays after Red Sea attacks

HIGH street retailers are warning of supply problems after attacks on container ships in the Red Sea.

- Sarah O'Grady

Concerns are mounting over the impact of disruptions along the vital Suez Canal route with fears it could push up prices for shoppers.

The boss of Next says delayed deliveries will hit sales if ships are forced to take long and expensive diversions. And Ikea said availability could be hit. 

Next boss Simon Wolfson said it could add another two and a half weeks for its stock to reach the UK if vessels have to continue bypassing the Red Sea.