International News

SME Exporters Treading Water

The UK’s picture on exports has been broadly static since the pandemic, with the number of SMEs reporting decreased sales now regularly 10 percentage points higher than in 2017/18.

COP28 United Arab Emirates- Business Mission December 2023

COP28 is taking place from 30th November to 12th December 2023 in the UAE. This is a key date for the international community to come together and set out how to meet the Climate Challenge as a planet. The Chamber network will be actively taking part in COP28 events and initiatives.

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)

NCTS5 - HMRC Announce Delay to Implementation Date

The implementation of the New Computerised Transit System 5 has been moved back to 1st July 2024.

Advance Valuation Ruling Service Available To All

The Advance Valuation Ruling Service is now available to agents who represent traders who cannot use a Business Tax Account.

Russian Steel Sanctions

From 30 September 2023, European sanctions against a large proportion of Russian steel products came into force.

Plastic Packaging Tax Reminder

Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) was introduced on 1 April 2022. If you manufacture or import 10 or more tonnes of plastic packaging within a 12-month period you must register for PPT on GOV.UK, even if your packaging contains 30% or more recycled plastic.

Chilled Minced Meats and Meat Preparations Update

From 31 January 2024, imports of certain chilled minced meats and chilled meat preparations from the EU, other EEA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) and the Faroe Islands, Greenland and Switzerland to Great Britain, can continue when health certification requirements come into effect.

Business In The Dark Over Regulatory Avalanche For EU Trade

New research by the BCC has uncovered that the vast majority of businesses are unaware and unprepared for a swathe of fast approaching changes in EU/UK regulations.

Accredited Trusted Trader Scheme Pilots (ATTS)

Expressions of Interest

Chambers Trade Academy

As part of our commitment to support businesses to navigate their international trade journey, we are pleased to be offering a series of free virtual sessions in partnership with a selected group of UK Chambers across the country.

Export Growth Grant Funding Programme- deadline extended to 11th September 2023!

Export Growth Grant Funding Programme - Trade Show Exhibitor Grants

Skills Bootcamp in Import & Export- last few places available for September 18th start!

This 16 week funded programme delivered by a team of international trade experts, provides an opportunity for learners to build up sector-specific skills and support towards advancing their career in the Import/Export Sector.

Border Target Operating Model

The government has announced another delay to the introduction of post-Brexit border controls on EU goods entering Britain

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