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What Happens Behind the Scenes of your Export Documents?
Find out what happens behind the scenes once you submit an application and the role of our team to keep traders compliant!

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Jun 262 min read
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What’s New in UK Customs Rules So Far - from HMRC and DEFRA
New SPS Agreement with EU, Import Security Deposit of Guarantee can now be claimed back by traders if...

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Jun 21 min read
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First UK CBAM Draft Legislation Unveiled - What importers need to know
On the 24th April, UK Government unveiled its the first draft of legislation for UK CBAM

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Apr 302 min read
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Levelling the Field: UK Targets Trade Loopholes and Import Duty Shake-Up
The UK government is proposing significant reforms to its trade remedies framework and customs rules, aiming to enhance fair competition and streamline import processes.

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Apr 232 min read
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HMRC reminds traders of imminent changes coming under the Windsor Framework in May
HMRC issues reminders for traders about key changes under Windsor Framework starting from 1st May 2025

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Apr 222 min read
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Trading with Northern Ireland - How 2025 Windsor Framework Changes Will Impact UK traders
Important changes when trading with Northern Ireland coming into effect in 2025

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Feb 243 min read
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Importing animal by-products which require an import authorisation, from the EU to Great Britain
Change in published guidance on importing animal by-products due to take place from 1st Feb 2025

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Jan 92 min read
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What to consider when importing alcohol for corporate gifting this Christmas
Check key considerations when importing wine this festive season into the UK

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Nov 15, 20243 min read
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Understanding Customs: Direct vs Indirect Representation
Understand what it means when your customs agent is acting on direct or indirect basis

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Oct 31, 20242 min read
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Mastering CBAM: Unlock Your Path to Sustainability
As the UK leads the global green revolution, find out what CBAM is, and how it can affect your business.

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Aug 19, 20241 min read
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Economic Outlook: Divergent Trends in the UK and Greater Manchester
While UK SME exporters face challenges, Greater Manchester has remained resilient through Q2 2024.

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Aug 13, 20242 min read
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Navigating Import Complexities
Unlock your importing potential and learn how to navigate complex customs procedures, reduce costs, and stay compliant.

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Aug 13, 20241 min read
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FAQ of the Week: Claiming preference on imports: is the Importer’s Knowledge always an option?
Q: We are a UK business importing goods from around the world. Most of the time, we can claim preference by the statement of origin on...

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Jun 24, 20243 min read
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Import Controls coming from 30th April 2024
In addition to complying with the current controls that came into effect on January 31, from 30 April 2024 traders must: 1.     ...

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Mar 28, 20245 min read
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HMRC announced important updates on EORI and VAT registrations
Please see below the verbatim message received from HMRC and taken from BIFA website: If a business deregisters for VAT, any Economic...

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Mar 25, 20241 min read
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FAQ: Using Importer's Knowledge to access preferential duty rates
When it comes to proving the origin of goods, traders have different alternatives in terms of evidence they can provide to gain...

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Mar 18, 20242 min read
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HMRC announces new deadline for export declarations move to CDS
HMRC has written to traders confirming that since 4th March, export declarations can be moved to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS),...

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Mar 17, 20241 min read
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Update on Export Controls NTE 2024/04 - What Traders need to be aware of
On 12th March 2024, the UK Government released the latest amendments to the Export Control Regulations. These new regulations make...

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Mar 17, 20242 min read
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UK Exporters impacted by Red Sea Disruption
A recent British Chamber of Commerce survey found that: More than half (55%) of UK exporters say they have been impacted by disruption to...

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Mar 5, 20242 min read
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CUSTOMS UPDATES 2024 SO FAR!
In case you missed some key customs updates in the last couple of months which will be impacting traders and customs intermediaries,...

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Mar 4, 20244 min read
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