The UK border in 2021-2022: changes ahead for importers

The next year will be a period of serious change for EU importers into the UK. As the UK normalises its regime for imported EU goods, both UK importers and their suppliers in continental Europe and Ireland will face new requirements. Anticipating and managing these changes will be critical for effective supply chain management.

Global Counsel held a panel discussion with Stephen Adams, Senior Director; Elly Darkin, Associate; and Chris Salmon, Founder of Clearborder UK.

They discussed:

• The proposed timetables for the phasing out of UK easements, including any possible slippage in this timetable
• The key practical implications for importers of this normalisation with respect to product standards, certification and other key import protocols
• The UK 2025 Border Strategy and its scope to deliver improvements for UK importers and the suppliers in the EU