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International Trade Centre Newsletter - February 2024

Containing key import and export news, updates, events and business support opportunities.

Trade With Canada - What Happens Next?

Negotiations with Canada on a new free trade deal have broken down, but what does this mean for businesses trading with the country and what happens next?

Employability Skills at the HEY LSIP Quarterly Forum

Clarity on New Border Checks is Vital

The BCC is urging Government to clarify plans around new customs processes, due to start on Wednesday, as firms remain in the dark about crucial aspects of their operation.

‘Moore’ gains for private client team at regional law firm

Highly regarded private client solicitor Hugo Moore has joined Williamsons Solicitors as it looks to develop its leading wills and probate service.

Hull safety giant secures national award for supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options

One of Hull’s most notable businesses has received national certification for its workplace travel plan, which encourages and supports its workforce to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.

Common Sense Approach to Product Marking Welcomed

The Department for Business and Trade has confirmed it will extend the indefinite use of the EU's CE mark to a further three product categories.

Work starts to create new permanent berth for historic lightship

Leading engineering company Spencer Group has commenced work to create a new permanent home for an iconic vessel.

11 Business Leaders Graduate from their Annual Business Leadership Program

Pepperells Solicitors Celebrates Success as 11 Business Leaders Graduate from their Annual Business Leadership Program

Withdrawal of CDS Waiver Code 999L

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will be withdrawing the CDS Waiver Code 999L from the CDS service at the end of January 2024 for all import declarations

UK Critical Imports and Supply Chains Strategy

The events of recent years have severely disrupted the global supply chains which we rely on for our critical imports. In a rapidly changing world the UK needs to adapt to these challenges and seize opportunities to ensure the reliable flow of vital goods that underpin our prosperity.

The 2024 Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards are now live

The 2024 Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards is now live and entries can be submitted.

Stars of Humber industry shine brightly for Shadow Treasury Minister at Chamber breakfast meeting in Scunthorpe

The Humber is not just another cluster – it has national and international significance and its economic geography is critically important to the UK.

HDM Solar Cleans Up With Two Clean Energy Awards

In a remarkable achievement, HDM Solar has won two prestigious awards at the 2023 Clean Energy Awards. The company has been recognised as the Clean Energy Family Business of the Year and the Sustainable Energy Startup of the Year.

First International Trade Newsletter of 2024 is out!

Keep up-to-date on recent import and export developments and find out about local business support opportunities in the January 2024 edition of the International Trade Newsletter.