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Secretary of State Liz Truss and UK representatives speaking to Australia and New Zealand representatives

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Liz Truss kick-starts trade negotiations with Australia and New Zealand

The UK Government has published its negotiation objectives for trade agreements with Australia and New Zealand

ACTIPH founder and crew: ending flares - Drake Passage

Press release

Exports boom for record-breaking rower's alkaline water

UK exporter ACTIPH is experiencing unprecedented demand as global thirst for alkaline water grows.

Food is GREAT hamper and spirits box

Press release

‘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 to help support businesses that have been impacted by coronavirus.

Rutherfords of England - Selection of leather music cases

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Demand for handmade UK luxury leather bags spike in Japan

Sales of Rutherfords’ bespoke leather bags have already surpassed last year’s turnover, with 70% of orders going to Japan.

Dashel helmets in production in the UK

Press release

UK shows pedal power as bike exports rise

Exports of bikes, parts and accessories grew by 15% in the year to March 2020, worth £173.2 million.

Silverstream Technologies' micro-bubbles system in use at sea, view of bubbles in the hull of ship.

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UK maritime technology firm paves the way for greener oceans with 'micro-bubble carpet'

London-based Silverstream Technologies has developed a pioneering air-bubble system that reduces fuel consumption by 5-12%.

Latest from the Department for International Trade

  1. Global Britain and the CPTPP
    • Speech
  2. UK statement to the WTO Committee on Trade and the Environment
    • Speech
  3. The Department for International Trade launches modelling review to support economic recovery
    • Press release

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We secure UK and global prosperity by promoting and financing international trade and investment, and championing free trade.

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  1. Check UK trade tariffs from 1 January 2021
  2. Register as an overseas company
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Guidance and regulation

  1. Existing UK trade agreements with non-EU countries
    • Detailed guide
  2. UK tariffs from 1 January 2021
    • Detailed guide
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News and communications

  1. Global Britain and the CPTPP
    • Speech
  2. UK statement to the WTO Committee on Trade and the Environment
    • Speech
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Research and statistics

  1. Trade and investment core statistics book
    • Official statistics
  2. great.gov.uk performance dashboard
    • Official statistics
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Policy papers and consultations

  1. Global Trade Programme
    • Policy paper
  2. UK's approach to negotiating a free trade agreement with Australia
    • Policy paper
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Transparency and freedom of information releases

  1. DIT: spending over £25,000, March 2020
    • Transparency
  2. DIT: spending over £500, February 2020
    • Transparency
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Contact DIT

General enquiries from UK-based businesses

Contact Form: General enquiries from UK-based businesses

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Transition period enquiries from UK-based businesses

Contact Form: Transition period enquiries from UK-based businesses

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International trade advisers in your area

Contact Form: International trade advisers in your area

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Enquiries from overseas businesses

Contact Form: Enquiries from overseas businesses

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Department for International Trade

King Charles Street
Whitehall
London
SW1A 2AH
United Kingdom

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+44 (0) 20 7215 5000

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SW1A 2EY
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FOI@trade.gov.uk

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  1. Department for International Trade Defence & Security Organisation
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