Fears Holyhead Port will remain closed until spring amid warnings passengers may not get on other ferry crossings

"The worst case would be that Holyhead was closed for some time, perhaps into the new year, into early spring. This is possible," Mr Lawless said.

"If Holyhead is back in action Thursday and Friday of this week, that would be a huge relief to all the traveling public and all the goods companies."

"I expect an update on the date for reopening within the next 36 hours, as divers and engineers in Holyhead continue to assess the damage caused by Storm Darragh."

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