The reintroduction of sweeping US tariffs under Donald Trump’s proposed “Liberation Day” policy is fast becoming a material risk for UK exporters. While the political landscape…

Many businesses trust that their customs declarations are accurate—until an audit reveals discrepancies between HMRC’s records and their own commercial records. This can…

The QHH tribunal case centred around the customs classification of Roll-Up Banner Stands (RBS) and the liability for customs debt. The primary issue was whether the RBS should be…

34% of customs declarations contain errors. That’s the reality based on our analysis of 2.5 million declarations. For businesses managing international supply chains, these…

As a CFO or Financial Controller, your role extends beyond financial oversight—you are responsible for managing risk, optimising costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. With…

By taking a proactive approach to better understand standard customs broker contracts, you can assess the implications and determine whether commercially justifiable variations,…

In a recent Tribunal case, Princes faced a challenge familiar to many businesses: claiming preferential duty rates without the required statement of origin. During a routine…

Choosing the right customs duty consultant is crucial for effective compliance and cost optimisation. This article from Barbourne Brook outlines essential considerations, drawing…

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) comes into effect from December 2024. Imports and exports with ratified countries will benefit…

There are all sorts of tried-and-tested customs planning options applicable to different scenarios. But often, two different planning options, such as preference use under a Free…