Independent Senator, Victor Boyhan has welcomed the news that the port in Holyhead, Wales has reopened fully.

Senator Boyhan, who is a member of the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture and Food believes that the route is "vital" for Irish agriculture.

He said: "The Dublin - Holyhead Port route is vital for Irish agriculture and the movement of goods for both imports and exports, so todays confirmation is very welcome.

"This ferry route facilitates the transport of a wide range of perishable food items, consumer and retail products, and livestock. The port is crucial for maintaining the flow of goods between Ireland and the UK, as well as with mainland Europe," he added.

The senator also believes that keeping goods and service moving between Dublin and Holyhead, and across the EU is of critical importance for the agri-food sector.

The Minister of State with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Seán Canney also welcomed the news.

Minister of State Canney emphasised the importance of close collaboration between local authorities, port operators, ferry companies, and logistics industry representatives.

He said: "I am very pleased to see both berths in Holyhead Port back in full operation. The route between Holyhead and Dublin is not only the shortest crossing between Ireland and the UK, but one of our most vital trade routes offering smooth and efficient passenger and freight services.

"As a member of the Welsh government led Irish Sea Resilience Task Force, I visited Holyhead in March of this year. I know how much work and close collaboration between local authorities, port operators, ferry companies, and logistics industry representatives it has taken to bring us to this point," Minister of State Canney said.

The minister said that he looks forward to continuing to "work together" on strengthening the resilience of Ireland's sea links with Holyhead.