As the exit deadline gets closer and the EU & UK heavy weights slug it out in the Brexit negotiations, it is obvious that both sides are trying to land some knock out blows on the opposition. However, this shouldn’t…
So, todays headline is that the idea of a bespoke Brexit deal with the EU being offered by the Government this week will most likely be rejected by the EU 27. It appears that the only acceptable options to the…
I will be delivering a collaborative workshop at the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce on the subject that’s close to my heart - preparing businesses in our area for Brexit. The title is ‘Be Better at Brexit - Secure your Supply…
Complexity Continuing the series on the issues faced by importers and exporters, this post looks at some of the current complexity faced by Brexit negotiators and suggests some ways for businesses to plan a way forward. Complexity of disentanglement: Firstly,…
Borders There are many issues facing the UK as we leave the EU, but the one that could be the most problematic for importers and exporters are our borders. In my conversations with business leaders and import and export professionals…
Time This series looks at Brexit through the eyes of importers and exporters and in this edition we’re watching the clock. I’ll also outline some of the steps businesses should consider taking. The Brexit clock is ticking down to 29…
Cost In the last post I nailed my colours to the mast and listed my top ten Brexit issues for businesses who import and export goods. I thought I should put some meat on the bones of the list, so…
There are many issues facing the UK as we leave the EU, but which are going to be the most problematic for the country and therefore for importers and exporters? I’m regularly talking to business leaders and import and export…
In my day job helping importers and exporters stay on the right side of HMRC compliance rules, I’m regularly asked for information and views on how Brexit will affect trade. So, ‘Brexit Bites’ is born. This blog will look at Brexit…
Potentially Negative Impacts A period of trade instability The need to write customs legislation as EU legislation is redundant. The UK may choose to adopt the EU current legislation and amend over time. Increased costs as with no FTA’s in…