In August 2023, the Government published the final version of the Border Target Operating Model which confirmed that from 31 January 2024 some goods will face full customs controls when
Category: Policy and Compliance
UK Freight Forwarders Focus on Growing Environmental Issues With New Policy Group
Press Release | November 16, 2023 will be seen in BIFA’s history as an auspicious day marking the first meeting of its new Sustainable Logistics Policy Group, managed by Mike
BIFA Welcomes Latest Recommendation On Container Shipping Rules
Press Release | UK freight forwarders have welcomed the news that the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is recommending, provisionally, that the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER) should lapse
HMRC Call Out for Volunteers for Single Trade Window User Testing
When fully operational, the Single Trade Window will provide a secure gateway between businesses and UK border processes and systems, allowing users to meet their import, export and transit obligations
Single Trade Window – Trade Bulletin
Following the publication of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) announced in August 2023, HMRC committed to provide a more detailed update on the Single Trade Window delivery plans As
We Want To Hear About Your Readiness for GB Import Controls
DEFRA has requested that BIFA brings to our Members attention an initiative led by Defra as part of their trader readiness efforts concerning the new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM)
Defra: Updates to the BTOM risk categorisation
Defra has published updates to the BTOM risk categorisation for EU animal products. Please see below the message received from Defra about these updates. We have updated our guidance for
Safety & Security – Waivers Update
As outlined in the Border Target Operating Model released in August, a revised strategy for Safety & Security (S&S) controls for imports and exports has been implemented. From 19 December
HMRC – User Research Survey
HMRC is looking for volunteers to complete a short survey to help inform User Research related to the development of the Digital Services. Please see below the outline of the
Scope 3 Emissions: A Guide For Freight Forwarders
Guest Blog Post | BIFA is cooperating with Pledge, an integrated carbon measurement and offsetting platform, to help its members better understand and address the environmental issues that affect how
999L Waiver Update
HMRC has published further information related to the 999L waiver codes. The aim of this latest message is to: Please see below the message received from HMRC: Customs Declaration Service:
UPDATE | Additional Controls on Movements of Russian Iron and Steel
Following the initial information we received from Department for Business and Trade colleagues, as a result of our further engagement, additional clarification has been received in relation to a number