Also in the news...
Import firewood into England, Scotland or Wales
Find out how to import firewood, such as logs and kindling, into England, Scotland and Wales (Great Britain).
How to check if you can delay customs payments and declarations
If you’re a business that currently buys goods from or sells goods to countries outside the UK, or are planning to trade with Europe from January 2021, HMRC’s new tool can help you identify ways you might be able to make the customs process easier for cheaper for your business. This short video shows you how to use the tool.
How can a customs intermediary or agent help me?
If you’re a UK business thinking about moving goods into or out of the UK , this video is here to help you understand how customs intermediaries or agents can help you. For more information have a look at the guidance available on gov.uk.
What are commodity codes?
If you're buying or selling goods abroad, you need to work out the amount of duty or VAT you owe. This short video tells you how to find out the ‘commodity code’ classification for your goods, using our Trade Tariff tool. Find out more on GOV.UK
What are controlled goods?
You’ll need a licence to import or export certain types of controlled goods. You may also need to pay extra duty in the UK. Unsure if this applies to your goods? This short video explains more about the types of goods that are classed as controlled. Find out more on GOV.UK
GTPA seek to better understand the needs of UK businesses in a post-Brexit environment during Going Global 2019
As the Head of Global Trade Policy based in the UK, I am delighted to announce that GTPA CEO Lisa McAuley will be joining the rest of the GTPA at Going Global 2019. Lisa has helped to support businesses to succeed in global markets for over 15 years and has driven ground-breaking research and advocacy projects around the global competitiveness of SMEs.
During Going Global, Lisa and the GTPA will be engaging with UK businesses to better understand their needs and the challenges they face in this uncertain business environment, as well as how GPTA product and service offerings can help.
Come and find Lisa at Stand 270 or during the interactive discussion she will be hosting on 28 November at 11am. Active attendees will have a chance to win up to 10 complimentary business certifications and join a globally trusted network in 2020. Please join as at this seminar and share your insight on:
- Your current business focus, including markets you are already serving
- The aspirations of your business including potential markets for expansion
- Your knowledge gaps and what solutions could assist your business
- Barriers you have experienced in your international expansion
On behalf of the GTPA team in the UK and our CEO, we look forward to seeing you this week at Going Global 2019.