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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has called on the UK government to adopt a more ambitious approach in negotiations with the European Union to revitalise declining goods exports. The BCC plans to convene a meeting of UK and EU business and political leaders ahead of the EU-UK summit on May 19, emphasising the need […]

The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), initially set to launch in November 2024, has been postponed to October 2025 due to technical challenges and concerns about border congestion. The EES will automate the tracking of border crossings for non-EU visitors, requiring passport and biometric data registration. The UK has allocated funds to prepare infrastructure

The UK government is considering easing trade restrictions with the EU by revisiting the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) next year. The review aims to streamline border checks on plants and perishable goods and improve mutual recognition of professional qualifications, facilitating easier service transactions. This initiative seeks to reset relations and reduce trade barriers to

The import of Christmas trees into the UK has become more costly due to post-Brexit border checks, which require mandatory phytosanitary certificates and customs declarations. These additional procedures have increased expenses and the risk of delays, leading to higher costs for importers and consumers. However, the majority of Christmas trees in the UK are domestically

The UK government has extended the waiver on safety and security certificates for goods entering from the EU by three months, now set to end on January 31, 2025. This decision delays the final stage of the post-Brexit border rollout and has drawn criticism from traders who cite a lack of clear guidance and financial