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Find out how the VAT Capital Goods Scheme (CGS) works, the items covered by the scheme, the rules and how adjustments and disposals are affected.
Urgent Operational Requirements funded by extra Treasury money provide the fast equipment solutions that ever-changing operations demand.
Annual statistics on the equipment holdings of the UK and other nations within the scope of the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe Treaty.
Investors and businesses may be legally required to tell the government about certain sensitive acquisitions under the National Security and Investment Act.
Sets out when planning permission is required and different types of planning permission which may be granted.
Guidance for exporting nuclear equipment, material and technology that appears on what is known as the 'Trigger List'.
Magazine about the work of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) for industry partners.
Apply for Temporary Admission to import goods to the UK, or move goods from Great Britain to Northern Ireland, and use them temporarily before re-exporting them.
If you put EEE on the UK market you must follow rules on both the EEE you sell and the EEE that becomes waste (WEEE).
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
You can claim a relief to pay no Customs Duty and VAT if you're importing goods for charitable use.
This notice explains when protective equipment is zero-rated and children's car seats and travel systems are reduced-rated at 5% VAT.
A guide to farming risks, potential problems with public safety and how to avoid accidents
General safety regulations for lifesaving appliances (LSA) and safety equipment on fishing vessels
If you're a company, find out if you can claim the super-deduction or special rate first year (SR) allowance on plant or machinery costs.
Capital allowances you can claim on plant and machinery when you buy a building with fixtures.
Guide to licensing procedure and other restrictions for export of controlled dual-use items, software and technology, goods for torture and radioactive sources.
You can claim a relief to pay less Customs Duty and VAT if you are moving your business to the UK and carrying on a similar activity.
Guidance for businesses and individuals on what licence and supporting documentation you need to export firearms, ammunition and related equipment.
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