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Industry groups say lack of clarity leaves businesses unsure how to manage new rules due to start on April 30th

Upcoming border controls could cost UK importers of EU food and drink up to £2bn, insurance group Allianz has reported.

The Cold Chain Federation has urged the UK Government to postpone the full implementation of the new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) until October 2024.

Additional measures from 30 April for imported animal and plant products could hike costs by 10% in first year, says Allianz Trade

New post-Brexit border rules could mean less choice and higher prices for consumers, industry experts warn.

UK food suppliers have warned of higher prices and empty supermarket shelves thanks to a new post-Brexit border charge being introduced at the end of the month. Importers will have to pay up to... -April 04, 2024 at 12:42 am EDT - MarketScreener

The UK Government has revealed the rates and eligibility for the common user charge that will apply to certain commercial imports from 30 April 2024.

Agri-food representatives believe the incoming Consumer User Charge on imported goods will hike food prices and limit consumer choice.

McDonald’s is to buy back 225 of its restaurants in Israel after the fast food chain blamed a boycott in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war for a slump in sales.

Fees of up £145 will be levied on imports of fish, salami, sausage, cheese and yoghurt, the government says.