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1 July, 2026 Features

The 2026 Tax Update: Analysis of low value import changes, customs intermediary registration, HMRC’s digitalisation efforts and more

In this exclusive feature, our experts analyse the key announcements from HMRC's 2026 Tax Update.

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30 June, 2026

The Day in Trade: Defence Investment Plan published and includes a £50bn export finance facility – a ‘once in a generation boost’
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30 June, 2026

Export Controls Brief: Record fine announced for breach of Russian sanctions and deadline for total ban on Russian oil imports
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29 June, 2026

Week Ahead in International Trade: UK steel tariffs regime warning for businesses, Burnham speech and Multimodal
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26 June, 2026

The Week in Trade: The major challenges ahead in trade policy as Starmer resigns and International Trade Award Winners announced

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26 June, 2026

Funding available for military leavers looking to international trade for their next career step

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25 June, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: Steel tariffs update, EU summit questions and Entry/Exit System critique

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24 June, 2026 Features

Customs Corner: New deforestation rules introduced, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and next steps for UK-India deal

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24 June, 2026 Trade News

Day in Trade: HMRC’s 2026 Tax Update includes changes for low-value imports and new consultations on intermediaries and customs modernisation

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24 June, 2026 Chartered Institute News

Winners of the 2026 International Trade Awards announced at House of Lords reception

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23 June, 2026 Features

Trade Explained: What businesses need to know ahead of UK and EU steel quotas changes

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Trade News

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23 June, 2026

The Day in Trade: UK-EU reset summit delayed, Burnham confirms bid for PM and UK-Mexico trade sees boost

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22 June, 2026

The Week Ahead in International Trade: UK set for another prime minister ten years after Brexit vote

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22 June, 2026

Customs Notice: Moving goods with a Certificate of Inspection (COI) into Northern Ireland

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19 June, 2026

The Week in International Trade: UK-EU summit date set, implementation of UK-India FTA confirmed and US-Iran peace deal delay

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3 June, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: New Trump tariffs announced, EU and CPTPP prepare anti-tariff alliance and customs intermediary standard released

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11 June, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: Upcoming UK steel tariffs set to change, while EU and South Korea sign deals

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3 June, 2026 Opinion

Chartered Institute customs director responds to publication of standard for customs intermediaries

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10 June, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: Late-stage negotiations on UK defence investment plan continue, as EU announces new Russia sanctions

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9 June, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: UK-EU summit remains uncertain, Brussels prepares to square-off with Beijing and Trump told to ‘do deal’ at World Cup

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12 March, 2026

How to prepare for a customs audit

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2 March, 2026

How to avoid duty overpayments and protect margins in a changing customs landscape
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23 February, 2026

Export essentials: 10 steps to getting started in trade
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23 February, 2026

Export Essentials: Navigating currency fluctuations
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18 February, 2026

How to avoid duty underpayments, stay compliant and avoid HMRC penalties
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25 June, 2026 Trade News

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24 June, 2026 Features

Customs Corner: New deforestation rules introduced, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and next steps for UK-India deal

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24 June, 2026 Trade News

Day in Trade: HMRC’s 2026 Tax Update includes changes for low-value imports and new consultations on intermediaries and customs modernisation

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24 June, 2026 Chartered Institute News

Winners of the 2026 International Trade Awards announced at House of Lords reception

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23 June, 2026 Features

Trade Explained: What businesses need to know ahead of UK and EU steel quotas changes

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23 June, 2026 Features

The Brexit years – ten years, six prime ministers, several trade deals and endless debate