Policy papers and consultations

We welcome views on potential simplifications to customs declarations and the use of technology to facilitate declarations and other customs processes.

• From: HM Revenue & Customs and 1 others
• Updated: 7 December 2023

We welcome views on the proposal to introduce a voluntary standard for customs intermediaries, with the aim of improving the quality of service across the sector.

• From: HM Revenue & Customs
• Updated: 7 December 2023

A summary of measures to simplify customs import and export processes for traders.

• From: HM Revenue & Customs and 1 others
• Updated: 7 December 2023

We’re seeking input on which aspects of our current trading arrangements with South Korea we should look to improve or amend.

• From: Closed organisation: Department for International Trade
• Updated: 21 November 2023

The UK’s objectives in trade negotiations with the Republic of Korea.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 21 November 2023

Find out about the upcoming Single Trade Window service that will help users to meet their border obligations.

• From: HM Revenue & Customs
• Updated: 16 November 2023

A jointly prepared statement following the meeting in San Francisco on 15 November 2023 of Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) members.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 15 November 2023

The terms of reference outline the objectives, scope, and methodology of the General Review which is expected to begin in 2024.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 15 November 2023

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on trade and economic co-operation between the United Kingdom and the State of Florida in the US, signed 14 November 2023.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 15 November 2023

The Enhanced Trade Partnership (ETP) arrangement sets out the UK and Taiwan’s priorities for future ETP discussions.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 14 November 2023

Consultation on draft Code of Practice outlining steps a trade union should take to comply with the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 13 November 2023

This tax information and impact note is about the changes to customs rules which apply to goods that are imported and exported in certain circumstances.

• From: HM Revenue & Customs
• Updated: 13 November 2023

A partnership between the UK and Japan to support collaboration on resilient, transparent, and sustainable critical mineral supply chains.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 28 October 2023

We’re seeking input on which aspects of our current trading arrangements with Maldives we should look to improve or amend.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 17 October 2023

Consultation report with the devolved administrations on the implementation of the recognition of professional qualifications (RPQ) provisions in the EEA EFTA Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 13 October 2023

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on trade cooperation, innovation and clean energy between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Washington State in the US, signed 25 September 2023.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 26 September 2023

This strategy sets out how we will build on our success to date to develop a world-leading digital economy that works for everyone.

• From: Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and 1 others
• Updated: 11 September 2023

This dialogue is a declaration of intent to strengthen practical collaboration on export and investment promotion between the UK and Italy.

• From: Department for Business and Trade
• Updated: 11 September 2023

This tax information and impact note is about movements from Great Britain to Northern Ireland and how businesses can claim relief from customs duties.

• From: HM Revenue & Customs
• Updated: 8 September 2023

We're seeking views on the current arrangements for trading electricity on power exchanges in the GB wholesale electricity market and our proposals to support efficient cross-border trading.

• From: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and 1 others
• Updated: 24 August 2023