International Trade December 2025 – Newsletter Issue 14 | 15-12-2025

We would like to extend our warmest wishes for a joyful festive season and a prosperous New Year from all of us in the International Business team!

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

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Christmas Opening Hours

The International Business Department will be open to assist companies in certification of documents, Customs Declarations, and urgent advice on the following days over the Christmas period.

2025/26 Christmas and New Year Opening Times click here

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Have Your Say on PEM: Evidence Call Closes 15 December 2025

Share your insights on the Pan-Euro Mediterranean Convention’s Rules of Origin and help shape future trade and supply-chain integration before the window closes on 15 December 2025.

Read more HERE

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NOW OPEN: 2025–26 Duty Suspension Window – Don’t Miss Out

Apply now for 2025–26 duty suspensions, submissions are open, but the clock’s ticking until 11:59pm on Wednesday 4 February 2026.

Read more HERE

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APHA Border Update: Getting It Right at the Border

Stay up to speed with APHA’s latest operational updates on import requirements and border controls for live animals, germinal products, products of animal origin, and animal by-products entering Great Britain.

Read more HERE

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UK De Minimis from March 2029, prepare for Low-Value Import Changes

A new consultation is now open on removing the £135 duty relief and shaping future customs rules for low-value goods before it closes on 6 March 2026.

Read more HERE

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Pharma Deal a Welcome Boost For UK

This landmark Economic Prosperity Deal is committed to improving the operating landscape for pharmaceutical companies in the U.K. and tackling long-standing trade imbalances.

Read more HERE