UK POLITICS - Liberal Democrats hold annual Party Conference online

Ed Davey emphasizes the need for the Liberal Democrats to fight for a better future amidst crises caused by Brexit, the pandemic, and government policies. He criticizes the Conservative government for ignoring warnings and causing supply chain issues, impacting businesses and the economy. The speech concludes with a critique of Boris Johnson's handling of these issues.

What are the consequences of the Conservative government's actions as described in the text?

What specific shortages are mentioned in relation to the upcoming Christmas?