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Post-Brexit Business Support

An easy overview of resources and external links around Brexit for all businesses, not just for exporters and importers!

Why are Rules of Origin putting a spanner in the works?

Rules of Origin are causing issues for exporters wishing to take advantage of the UK’s trade deals with the EU.

International Trade Update – 20th January 2021

Important for importers and exporters - qualifying for preference on EU imports, preferential tariff rates on Chile exports a...

Coronavirus testing for hauliers before leaving the UK for France

Hauliers who wish to access France must get a negative COVID-19 test, with free lateral flow testing kits available.

Trade Agreements and Required Actions for Importers & Exporters

There have been changes to the way documentation has to be completed for import and export.

Brexit: The agreement with EU explained

The has UK reached an agreement with the EU with new rules coming into force at 11pm on 31st December 2020.

Brexit: 24 days – 24 huge unanswered business questions

The latest analysis shows that businesses still have insufficient official information available in 24 critical areas.

Export Documentation Update – New Certificate Requirements

Read up on important changes to international trade documents from 1st January 2021.

DIT’s Export Growth Plan: financial support & expertise to help boost overseas activity

The Export Growth Plan provides additional financial support and expertise targeted towards Lincolnshire businesses.

Change to our International Trade Documentation Services from 5th November

In light of the lockdown, from 5th November we will not be able to offer a collection service for our export documentation.

Time is Running Out for Business to Prepare

The whole UK must prepare to leave the EU on Australia-style terms based on simple principles of global free trade.

Updated Border Operating Model released

The Border Operating Model is a live document and updated as the government are able to provide further details.

Prepare for the end of the transition period

Practical information on steps your business can take to prepare for the end of the transition period, 31st December 2020.

The UK’s points-based immigration system: An introduction for employers

The government has published guidance to help employers understand the new points-based immigration system (PBS).

Michael Gove MP urges businesses to prepare for customs changes

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove MP urges businesses to contact their local Chamber of Commerce.

Check, Change, Go: Preparing for End of the Transition Period

The UK has left the EU, with the transition period ending soon. Take action now to get ready for new rules from January 2021.

‘Bounce back’ plan for agriculture, food and drink industry launched

A ‘bounce back’ plan of trade measures for the agriculture, food and drink industry has been announced today.

Waving the flag for British manufacturing at Agritechnica

Househam Sprayers has recently received from the Department of International Trade and East Lindsey District Council grant fu...

Brexit support offered to Lincolnshire businesses to avoid disruption

BCC and Bibby Financial Services: Uncertainty around Brexit, tariffs and exchange rates holding back...