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International Trade April 2025 – Newsletter Issue 6 | 23-04-2025

The latest news from your International Trade Team at East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce!

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Northern Ireland Trade Alert

Are you moving goods from Great Britain to Northern Ireland – Ensure full compliance with customs and regulatory rules. Learn more HERE

Plus, new parcel procedures under the Windsor Framework kicks in 1st May 2025. HMRC’s FAQ sheet has all the details HERE

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Exporting in Baggage or Small Vehicles

Know the correct steps when taking goods from Great Britain to avoid hold ups and compliance issues.

For more information, click HERE

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Proof of Origin – the Backbone of Trade Compliance

Failure to obtain accurate origin documents could lead to hefty penalties and trade disruptions.

For more information click HERE

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*Business Opportunity* – Can you help the UKs largest Airport achieve their ambitious goals in sustainability?

Whether it’s passenger facing waste receptacles or solutions that enhance waste segregation, technology to enable waste collection, reusable cup alternatives, remote biodiversity monitoring to provide greater insights, data-driven green space solutions or introduce nature into their terminal space.  We want to hear from you.

Deadline 30 April. Learn more here k.croft@chamberelancs.co.uk

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Entering Trailer/Truck Numbers on Customs Declarations Matter

Missing or incorrect vehicle details on customs declarations can cause costly delays. Always double-check your entries.

Learn more by clicking HERE

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Attention Hauliers: New Rules, Fines and Vital Customs Updates

From 7th April 2025, hauliers entering the UK must present all transit Movement Reference Numbers (MRN’s) to the Office of Transit—or risk a £2,500 civil penalty. Don’t get caught out. Learn more HERE

Act Now: From 1st April 2025, EU import rules for hauliers – make sure you’re in the know. Click HERE for more information.

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