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07 October 2020
Government agencies and our industry colleagues are working hard to keep everyone informed of the latest news, developments and advice relating to Brexit.
There is clearly a vast amount of information out there - below we've highlighted some of the key issues. Click on the links for the most up to date information:
Added 8/Jan - Traders must ensure that UK hauliers have the correct paperwork to comply with new animal and animal product checks at the EU border. Full info here.
Added 16/Dec - New support for traders and businesses goes live today with the launch of the Movement Assistance Scheme (MAS), to help them meet new requirements for moving animals, plants and associated products from Great Britain to Northern Ireland after the transition period ends.
Added 10/Nov - A Help to Stay in Scotland Toolkit is now available to provide help and support for EU Citizens - we want to help you stay in Scotland. Further info is also available at https://www.mygov.scot/eu-exit-citizens/
UK Government Trader Support Service – This free service will help if you move goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, or bring goods into Northern Ireland from outside the UK. It will guide you through any changes to the way goods move between Great Britain and Northern Ireland and can complete declarations on your behalf https://www.gov.uk/guidance/trader-support-service?utm_source=4cebeef7-e9bd-4168-af07-23440da9a33e&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate