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Commenting on the recent announcement by HMRC on Transitional Simplified Procedures (TSP) for Customs in the event of a no-deal Brexit, Robert Keen, Director General of the British International Freight Association, BIFA, says: “Having criticised HMRC when it originally published its Transitional Simplified Procedures in February, we now welcome the …

British businesses importing goods from the EU should consider applying for and using Transitional Simplified Procedures (TSP) to prepare for Brexit and avoid huge delays at ports, regardless of the outcome of current negotiations, a leading expert from The Customs People warns. HMRC unveiled the procedures in February and said …

The British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association for UK freight forwarding and logistics companies, has announced that both of its Customs-related training courses now have official Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accreditation. CPD accreditation is one of the highest standards for both academic and practical qualifications, ensuring teaching and …

With the UK Parliament vote on January 15, 2019, the next step in the Brexit process has been completed. The UK withdrawal agreement has been rejected and the UK Government must now present a plan B by January 21. What does this mean for the business community, and how can …

UK businesses undertaking international trade are, right now, understandably focused on Brexit – what declaration documentation changes will be required and what additional resources will be needed to manage the transition? But while this is without doubt a significant event, it is no excuse for overlooking the biggest change occurring …

The British International Freight Association BIFA the trade association for UK freight forwarding and logistics companies, has welcomed the recent news of an £8 million government funding scheme for customs intermediaries and traders. Grants have been made available for all customs intermediaries and traders completing customs declarations. The aim of …

Agency Sector Management (ASM) is working on contingency plans for businesses affected by the new UK’s Customs Declaration Service (CDS) in the wake that a full roll-out of the new system might be delayed. CDS is due to replace the current Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system …

Earlier this month, HMRC published a letter of advice and guidance to thousands of UK companies who currently only trade goods with EU member states. It alerts about customs, excise, and VAT procedures that these businesses need to apply in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Come March 29, 2019, …