Responding to today’s report from the National Audit Office about the state of the UK’s post EU exit border ambitions, the British International Freight Association said: In December 2020, when
BIFA Comments On Latest NAO Report
Category: Industry
NCTS 5 Update | Electronic Transit MRNs
Following the initial announcement related to NCTS 5 implementation, HMRC has pledged to release monthly updates on the number of changes being incorporated into Phase 5. HMRC has released the
RHA | Transport and Warehouse Supervisor Apprenticeship
The Road Haulage Association (RHA), with whom BIFA has a good working relationship, has announced a Transport and Supervisor Apprenticeship standard, in collaboration with TRS. BIFA’s main focus is on
Important Road Transport Update
BIFA has been highlighting the implementation of the Direct Vision Standard to its Members, which is part of the Mayor of London’s vision to eliminate all deaths and major injuries
Protection of Secure Cargo
If you are an Aviation Security Regulated Agent, you will have been contacted by the Department of Transport concerning Variation Direction & Guidance – Protection of Secure Cargo & Mail.
BTOM – Changes to Entry in Declarants Record (EIDR)
As part of the latest developments in the implementation of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM), HMRC has announced some forthcoming changes which will affect all authorised Simplified Customs Declaration
IATA and ICAO renew dangerous goods agreement for air cargo
IATA and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have extended their cooperation for setting and implementing global standards for the safe carriage of dangerous goods by air. The agreement sees
Update from Dover Port Health Authority regarding location of the Short Straits BCP
BIFA has been contacted by Dover Port Health, the Association has clarified its position that it will report facts and pass messages on to its Members. However, due to the
POAO PDF Export Health Certificates: From 31st January 2024
Defra has published another update on POAO PDF Export Health Certificates. The full update can be found below. From 31 January 2024 importers of animal products that need certification, originating
Defra | Live Animals PDF Health Certificates: From 31st January 2024
Defra has published a further update on Live Animal PDF Certificates. The full update can be found below. From 31 January 2024 we are extending the use of PDF certificates
Sanctions on Russian-origin Metals, Diamonds, and Diamond Jewellery
BIFA would like to remind Members’ about an updated list of sanctions applying to products originating in Russia. The December amendments to the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (“regulations”)
DEFRA – Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) Webinars
As we are approaching the implementation date of the new SPS import controls on the 31st of January 2024, DEFRA has announced a series of webinars to help traders gain
