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Holyhead: Partial reopening of storm-hit port on 16 January

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Port in Holyhead on Anglesey has been closed since 7 December after damage by strong wind and waves.

Stena Line confirmed only one of the two main ferry berths is due to reopen.

No date has been given for the reopening of the second berth - the one which suffered the most damage.

Holyhead is one of Britain 's busiest ferry ports, and the shortest crossing between the UK and Ireland .

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83

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79

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79

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formal

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English

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51

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short-lived

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