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UK Strengthens Biosecurity Measures to Prevent African Swine Fever Outbreak
On 26th September 2024, DEFRA announced that to protect the UK's pig and farming industries, personal imports of pork and pork products from the European Economic Area (EEA), the Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Switzerland were to be banned. This commenced the following day, Friday, 27th September 2024. Exceptions only apply to products that meet EU commercial standards and weigh less than 2kg.
NTE 2024/26: Update on Russia Sanctions Licensing for Intra-Corporate Services
The DBT has issued a Notice to Exporters where they advise of an update to the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit Regulations) 2019, following a review of the professional and business services sanctions in place under Regulation 54C of the regulation.
Simplified Process for Internal Market Movements (SPIMM) and Non-SPIMM Data Sets Update.
Following the CDS update on 29 September 2024 (4.6.0), the updated SPIMM codes have been introduced into CDS. These cover procedure and additional procedure codes (DE 1/10 & DE 1/11) as well as new AI statements (DE 2/2) and new document codes (DE 2/3). There has also been an update to Authorisation Holders DE/39.
Extension Granted by HMRC: Update on Entry Summary Declarations for EU-to-UK Imports
HMRC has announced that the proposed implementation of safety and security declarations (ENS) for imports into the UK from the EU has been postponed. ENS was due to be in place on October 31st, 2024, but has now been extended to January 31st, 2025.
Update to Excise Notice 197 – Receive Goods into and Remove Goods from an Excise Warehouse.
Rejecting goods before arrival—Section 5.6 has been updated to reflect that rejected goods can be returned to other approved persons or premises, as well as the dispatching warehouse.
The Department of Business and Trade has issued a press release confirming that the new Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation is now functional, as of 10th October 2024.
UK and Switzerland Begin Negotiations for Upgraded Free Trade Agreement
On Monday, October 14th, the UK will begin negotiations on an enhanced and upgraded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Switzerland. Switzerland is the UK's 10th largest trading partner and 7th largest export market, with total trade between the two countries valued at £51 billion in 2023. These talks, the first to occur under the current Government, will offer an opportunity to strengthen the trading relationship further, boost economic growth, and create jobs across the UK.
The Digital Shift in Logistics: Andy Baker’s View as a Customs & International Trade Advisor
Having worked within the freight forwarding industry for more than 19 years, I saw many obstacles and difficulties with obtaining pre- and prior shipment information. Information ensuring that not only were we compliant as a forwarder but also as an importer or exporter was often either not at hand or post-shipment documentation was filed away within storage. In some situations, there was a delay in receiving the documents, which delayed shipments, something that you could not afford to happen as an exporter or importer.
Safety and Security Declarations Delayed to January 2025: Key Actions Traders Must Take
At present, safety and security declarations are not required on imports from EU member states to GB. However, this regulatory requirement will be implemented on 31st January 2025, which is later than the anticipated 31st October implementation date.
A personal view of the Single Window by Jon Walden
I think that the Single Window (SW) design in the UK (in fact, globally) is not sufficiently ambitious in the 21st Century context. Unfortunately, the UK has made the usual, major error - treating SW implementation as an IT rather than a trade facilitation project, notwithstanding the consultative process HMRC initiated.
The EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) is a new set of rules designed to ensure that all consumer products sold in the European Union are safe for use. It replaces older laws and introduces updated guidelines to address modern challenges, like the rise of online shopping and digital marketplaces. The regulation applies to a wide range of non-food products and ensures businesses assess and manage risks more carefully to protect consumers from unsafe items. These new rules will be fully enforced from December 2024, and businesses must follow them to stay compliant.
Update on UK Sanctions Relating to Iran – October 2024
The new government department, OTSI, the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation, were launched this month. OTSI’s role is to strengthen the United Kingdom’s implementation and enforcement of trade sanctions. Like the ECJU, the Export Control Join Unit and OTSI are part of the Department for Business and Trade. Part of OTSI’s priorities is to raise awareness of trade sanctions.
Don't Be A Pumpkin - Export Control Horror Time
With over a week to go until Halloween, we thought we’d give treat you to a few tales freightful enough to send shivers down even the toughest Logistics Manager or Customs Officer.
NTE 2024/27: Updates to 2 open general export licences
The Export Control Joint Unit has issued a Notice to Exporter 2024/27 advising an update to two open general export licences (OGELs).
The French Delta-T system will be taken down from Friday 22nd November to Monday 25th November to enable the French Transit system to complete the change from Phase 4 to Phase 5 in line with other international Transit systems. This is a change to the previously published down time scheduled for the weekend of 25th October.
Are You Fully Covered? The Importance of Choosing the Right Incoterm®
A recent mishap in the Solent should serve as a reminder to traders to consider their exposure to risk and how to manage it.
Advanced CDS Technical Workshop: Exports - Wednesday 6th November 2024
This advanced workshop will not only teach you how to create an export declaration on the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), but also provide you with the confidence to do so effectively. Each data element group will be thoroughly explained, with illustrative examples provided. Our technical advisors, with their extensive experience in multiple software solutions for CDS entries, will equip you with the practical knowledge to complete Customs export declarations.
Unlocking Efficiency: Non-Manipulation Certificates Explained - Thursday 7th November 2024
Our upcoming online clinic focuses on the significance of Non-manipulation certificates in customs warehouse operations. This session goes beyond a mere presentation, offering invaluable insights into how Non-manipulation certificates can optimize the utilization of customs warehouses, leading to cost savings.
Focus On: Incoterms® 2020 Rules - Friday 8th November 2024
Engaging in global trade can expose companies to increased risks and costs, such as lost goods, unnecessary delays, and disputes. Clearly defining responsibilities within the supply chain can mitigate these issues, which is the purpose of the Incoterms® Rules that have been in place since 1936. However, Incoterms® are often misunderstood and misapplied. Ensure you are utilising them correctly by participating in our full-day interactive course.
Focus On: An Essential Guide to Direct Shipping - Tuesday 26th November 2024
Also called drop shipping, cross-border deliveries or 3rd country supplies, instructing suppliers to ship directly to your customers without the goods being delivered to you first is becoming more common and requires careful planning.
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