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There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
Guidance for people with symptoms of a respiratory infection including COVID-19, or a positive test result for COVID-19.
Guidance on PPE, face coverings, face visors, and hand cleaning and sanitising products, for the protection of consumers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Find out when it's possible to get zero-rated supplies on medical and research goods and services that have been funded by charities.
These reviews aim to identify and examine evidence on the effectiveness of face coverings to reduce transmission of COVID-19 in the community.
Guidance for living safely with respiratory infections, including coronavirus (COVID-19).
How to notify the MHRA of your intention to carry out a clinical investigation for medical devices.
Concerns have been raised about the potential for risk compensation in the context of mask mandates for mitigating the spread of COVID-19
Find out the VAT liability for supplying ships, trains, aircraft and associated services in the UK.
Check the tariff classification for information displays.
Find out about which goods and services for disabled people and people aged 60 or over that you should apply zero or reduced rate VAT.
Information for manufacturers of medical devices about reporting adverse incidents and field safety corrective actions to the MHRA.
Find out which supplies of children’s clothing or footwear are zero-rated for VAT.
Investors and businesses may be legally required to tell the government about certain sensitive acquisitions under the National Security and Investment Act.
This guidance provides information on COVID-19 in homelessness, domestic abuse refuge, respite room and asylum seeker accommodation settings.
How to apply for repayment of import duty and VAT on protective equipment or medical supplies brought into the UK from non-EU countries from 30 January 2020 up to 31 December 2020.
How to claim a VAT refund in the UK if you're established outside the UK.
Product Safety Report for Govek KN95 Face Masks presenting a health risk.
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