International News

UK must commit to free trade, BCC President tells Mansion House guests

THE President of the British Chambers of Commerce has urged the Government to commit to free trade and to pursue an improved EU deal in a speech at the Mansion House.

Chamber welcomes UK and India trade deal which offers ‘substantial opportunities’

THE Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce has welcomed a new trade deal between the UK and India that will make it easier for UK firms to export their goods.

UK Expands Russia Sanctions

New UK measures ban the export, supply, or use of additional goods in Russia — including chemicals, electronics, plastics, machinery, and metals — along with related services.

UK CBAM Update - Draft Primary Legislation Published

The government published the draft primary legislation for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) for technical consultation.

Trump to reduce some of the tariff burden he introduced for the automotive industry

The Trump administration is set to ease some of the tariff burden it has introduced for the automotive industry this year.

France - Obligatory Logistics Envelope (ELO)

The French Customs Authority has today (28th April) announced that the new ELO (Obligatory Logistics Envelope) service will officially launch on 28th April 2025.

APHA - Getting it Right at the Border

This newsletter from the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) covers the latest operational updates on requirements and border controls for importing live animals, germinal products, products of animal origin and animal by-products into Great Britain.

Level Playing Field For UK Trade Is Vital

British businesses will be supported to trade freely as the Chancellor chooses to act on practices that undercut fair trade, such as the dumping of cheap goods into the UK.

Update on the Windsor Framework – New Parcel Arrangements

These new arrangements are set to take effect from 1 May 2025.

Saudi Arabia - Importer Declaration Requirement Expanded

Additional products now require the mandatory approved Importer declaration form.

US Tariffs and the Global Economy

Business implications - FAQs.

UK Tariff Pause Will Help Business and Consumers

In a further demonstration of the government’s commitment to free trade and responding to business need, the UK Global Tariff will be temporarily suspended on 89 products saving UK businesses up and down the country at least £17 million a year.

Business Welcomes Export Support Package Amid Global Uncertainty

Responding to the announcements from the Chancellor and Business and Trade Secretary to support UK exporters, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said:

Managing Currency Risk

Markets remain under pressure following last week’s surprise US tariff announcement, sparking a flight to safer assets and fuelling speculation around global recession risks.
GBP has struggled in the fallout:

Guidance on US Rules of Origin