Legislation update – November 2021

House of Commons Transport Committee – Road Freight 

The Transport Committee is examining road freight. The Committee's objectives are to explore the immediate and systemic challenges to the effective operation of the road freight supply chain and to assess the effectiveness of the government’s policies to meet them. Released 27/10/2021 – closes 09/11/2021. 

Multi Department – Corporate Re-domiciliation 

This consultation seeks views on the introduction of a UK re-domiciliation regime, which would make it possible for companies to re-domicile and therefore easier to relocate to the UK. Released 27/10/2021 – closes 07/01/2022. 

Maritime and Coastguard Agency – Consultation on safety of electric vehicles on passenger ro-ro ferries 

This consultation seeks the views of industry and stakeholders on proposed guidance for the safety of electric vehicles on passenger ro-ro ferries. Released 25/10/2021 – closes 20/12/2021. 

Transport Scotland – Aviation strategy 

The Scottish Government has opened a consultation seeking views on how to realise its vision for aviation. Released 18/10/2021 – closes 21/01/2022. 

Network Rail – Ely area capacity enhancement  

Following a successful public consultation round in spring 2021 which saw 76% support respectively for the principle of increasing rail capacity through Ely, Network Rail is now inviting the public to comment on the proposals and options under consideration for Ely North junction and level crossings across the wider Ely area. Released 18/10/2021 – closes 28/11/2021. 

National Highways – A358 Taunton to Southfields 

Proposal to upgrade the A358 to dual carriageway between Southfields Roundabout on the A303 and the M5 at Taunton. The delivery of this scheme is part of a long-term aim to create a high-quality dual carriage way link between London and the South East and the South West.  Released 12/10/2021 – closes 22/11/2021. 

Scottish Government – Scotland’s supply chain 

The Economy and Fair Work Committee is investigating Scotland's supply chain. The Committee is keen to hear from businesses and industry. It would like to understand what changes could protect Scotland's supply chain. It would also like to hear what opportunities may or may not exist to develop a domestic supply chain. Released 12/10/2021 – closes 09/11/2021. 

Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport – Data: A New Direction 

A consultation on reforms to create an ambitious, pro-growth and innovation-friendly data protection regime that underpins the trustworthy use of data. Released 09/10/2021 – closes 19/11/2021. 

Office of Rail & Road – PR23 review of Network Rail’s Schedule 4 possessions regime 

Reviewing how Network Rail’s possessions regime may need to change – including in light of industry reform. The ORR is proposing to make only one significant change to Schedule 4 by allowing all train operators to opt out (completely or partially) of Schedule 4. Released 30/09/2021 – closes 13/12/2021. 

House of Lords European Affairs Committee – Trade in Goods 

The House of Lords European Affairs Committee has launched an inquiry into trade in goods between Great Britain (GB) and the EU. The launch of this inquiry follows the decision by the UK government to further delay the introduction of new import controls on goods entering GB from the EU, many of which will now not be introduced until 1 July 2022. The inquiry will also examine the overall impact to date of Brexit and the Trade and Co-operation Agreement (TCA) on GB-EU trade in goods in both directions, in the UK’s first year outside the Single Market and Customs Union. 

Released 20/09/2021 – closes 29/10/2021. 

Department for Transport – Future of transport regulatory review: future of flight 

Seeks views on areas of flight regulation that are outdated, a barrier to innovation or not designed with new technologies and business models in mind. Released 28/09/2021 – closes 22/11/2021. 

Department for Transport – Future of transport regulatory review: modernising vehicle standards 

Seeks views on areas of vehicle standards regulation that are outdated, a barrier to innovation or not designed with new technologies and business models in mind. Released 28/09/2021 – closes 22/11/2021. 

Department for Transport – Future of transport regulatory review: maritime autonomy and remote operations 

Seeks views on areas of maritime autonomy regulation that are outdated, a barrier to innovation or not designed with new technologies and business models in mind. Released 28/09/2021 – closes 22/11/2021. 

Department for Transport – Future of transport regulatory review: zero emission vehicles 

The Office of Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) is seeking views on new primary legislation that would give the government powers to introduce requirements in four areas. A statutory obligation to plan for and provide charging infrastructure, requirements to install charge points in non-residential car parks, new powers to support the delivery of the Rapid Charging Fund and requirements to improve the experience for electric vehicle consumers. Released 28/09/2021 – closes 22/11/2021. 

Office of Rail & Road – PR23 Review of Network Rail’s Schedule 4 possessions regime 

Reviewing how Network Rail’s possessions regime may need to change – including in light of industry reform. The proposal is to make only one significant change to Schedule 4 by allowing all train operators to opt out (completely or partially) of Schedule 4. Released 30/09/2021 – closes 13/12/2021. 

Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport – Data: A New Direction 

A consultation on reforms to create an ambitious, pro-growth and innovation-friendly data protection regime that underpins the trustworthy use of data. Released 09/10/2021 – closes 19/11/2021. 

Consultations which closed in October 

House of Lords European Affairs Committee – Trade in goods 

The House of Lords European Affairs Committee launched an inquiry into trade in goods between Great Britain (GB) and the EU. The launch of this inquiry followed the decision by the UK government to further delay the introduction of new import controls on goods entering GB from the EU, many of which will now not be introduced until 1 July 2022. The inquiry also examined the overall impact to date of Brexit and the Trade and Co-operation Agreement (TCA) on GB-EU trade in goods in both directions, in the UK’s first year outside the Single Market and Customs Union. Released 20/09/2021 – closed 29/10/2021. 

DfT & DVSA – Temporary extension to road haulage cabotage 

Proposed implementing a temporary legislative extension of road haulage cabotage to alleviate pressures with the supply chain due to lorry driver shortages. Released 14/10/2021 – closed 21/10/2021. 

Public Accounts Committee – Achieving Net Zero: Follow up 

In March 2021 the Committee warned that Government had “no plan” for achieving net zero, almost two years after setting target in law. With the major international COP 26 climate conference hosted by the UK fast approaching, PAC was looking for evidence before questioning senior officials at BEIS and HM Treasury on how the UK is now going to map out and lead the way on the path to net zero by 2050. Released March 2021 – closed 21/10/2021. 

Department of Infrastructure (NI) – Biennial MOT Testing 

This Call for Evidence represented initial evidence gathering exercise by the Department for Infrastructure that sought views on the option to introduce biennial testing (every two years) for private cars, light goods vehicles under 3,500kg and motorcycles. Released 25/08/2021 – closed 19/10/2021.  

Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee – Labour shortages in the food and farming sector 

This inquiry explored what is causing labour shortages, (includes HGV shortage), and the impact on the food and farming sector both now and in the future. It asked what other factors are affecting the food supply chain. This is likely to focus on the new post-Brexit trading relationship with the EU, including the latest impact of additional red tape and checks at the border since 1 January 2021 on businesses exporting food (and other “Sanitary and Phytosanitary”, or SPS, goods) to the EU. The inquiry also considered the government’s latest delay to introducing border controls and checks for SPS imports from the EU, including the effect on the competitiveness of British businesses. Released 16/09/2021 – closed 15/10/2021. 

Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government – Creating a vision for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc  

The consultation document, ‘Creating a Vision for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc’, set out the government’s first public consultation on the Oxford-Cambridge Arc Spatial Framework. They were seeking views to help create a vision for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc Spatial Framework, and in doing so guide the future growth of the area to 2050. Released 20/07/2021 – closed 12/10/2021. 

BEIS – Role of vehicle-to-X energy technologies in a net zero energy system: call for evidence 

Views were invited on the role of V2X technologies in the energy system, the barriers that might be preventing this and the role of government. Released 20/07/2021 – closed 12/10/2021.  

Scottish Affairs Select Committee – Airports in Scotland 

The Committee called for evidence to be submitted on the following issues. What has been the effect of the coronavirus pandemic and reduced flights on Scottish airports and local communities, including tourism? How do airports support the local and regional job market? How effective is the movement of air freight for essential supplies in rural or isolated airports? Is there a sufficient level of investment in the infrastructure around airports in Scotland? How will airspace modernisation affect Scottish airports? What schemes are in place to reduce the carbon footprint of airports? Released 27/07/2021 – closed 06/10/2021. 

TfL – Congestion Charge changes 

Last year, in response to the transport challenges of the pandemic and the government’s emergency funding of Transport for London (TfL), temporary changes were made to the Congestion Charge. This included extending its charging hours until 22:00 each day and increasing the charge level to £15. TfL has now consulted on the new proposals. The proposals included reducing the charging hours to between 07:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday and 12:00 to 18:00 at weekends. Released 28/07/2021 – closed 06/10/2021. 

Transport Scotland – Consultation on Penalty Charge Notices for Parking Enforcement 

The Scottish Government was consulting on creating and aligning an equivalent list to the England and Wales parking contravention codes. Each contravention classified as higher or lower. Currently, illegal parking/loading incurs a £60 penalty charge discounted to £30 if paid within 14 days, but Transport Scotland does not believe this is a sufficient level to deter poor parking. The higher charge is proposed to be set at £120 and will apply to contraventions including double parking, parking on a dropped kerb and pavement parking. Released 04/08/2021 – closed 04/10/2021. 

Welsh Government – Proposal to reduce the speed limit to 20mph on residential streets 

The Welsh Government launched a consultation on its proposals to limit the speed limit in villages, towns, and cities to 20mph. This follows announcements made by the First Minister for Wales in 2019, and the launch of a Taskforce Group, under Lee Waters, in 2020. Released 09/07/2021 – closed 01/10/2021.

Announcements, October 2021 

29/10/2021 – Multi Department – UK to enshrine mandatory climate disclosures for largest companies in law 

Firms will be required to disclose climate-related financial information, ensuring they consider the risks and opportunities they face as a result of climate change. 

29/10/2021 – HMRC – The Customs (Import and Export Declarations By Conduct) (Amendment) Regulations 2021 

This tax information and impact note is about allowing the import and export of time-critical and life-saving products, where a medical professional or those working on behalf of an organisation is unable to travel with the goods for the entire journey. 

29/10/2021 – DHSC – Guidance updated to allow flexibility in booster programme for most vulnerable 

Clinical guidance has been updated to allow COVID-19 boosters to be given earlier to those at highest risk where this makes operational sense. 

28/10/2021 – Multi Department – Record £15 billion per year for Northern Ireland 

The Autumn Budget 2021 delivers the largest annual funding settlement to Northern Ireland since devolution, helping level up across the whole of the UK. 

28/10/2021 – DHSC – Free face coverings to transport operators scheme 

The provision of free face coverings for all transport operators between 21 April 2021 and 31 December 2021, to be used as a contingency supply for passengers and workers. 

28/10/2021 – DEFRA – Greening Government Commitments 2021 to 2025 

Actions UK government departments and their agencies will take to reduce their impacts on the environment in the period 2021 to 2025. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Maps of Freeports and Freeport tax sites 

This collection brings together a list of Freeport maps, the Freeport tax site locations legislated for within them, and a statement on the designation process. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Technical amendments regarding vehicle emission certification 

This tax information and impact note sets out technical amendments to vehicle emission certification. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Vehicle Excise Duty rates for cars, vans and motorcycles from April 2022 

This tax information and impact note outlines Vehicle Excise Duty rates for cars, vans, motorcycles, and motorcycle trade licences from 1 April 2022. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Plastic Packaging tax amendments 

This tax information and impact note sets out the technical changes to the Plastic Packaging Tax legislation. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Changes to rebated diesel and biofuels from 1 April 2022 

This tax information and impact note details technical amendments to the legislation that restricts use of rebated (red) diesel and rebated biofuels from April 2022, to ensure it operates as intended. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) levy suspension 

This tax information and impact note is about a further suspension of the heavy goods vehicle levy. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Implementation of VAT rules in free zones 

This tax information and impact note sets out new rules for the implementation of VAT in free zones. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Northern Ireland second-hand margin scheme interim arrangement 

This tax information and impact note sets out the extension of the VAT margin scheme to apply in Northern Ireland on a limited basis in respect of motor vehicles sourced from Great Britain. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Landfill Tax rates for 2022 to 2023 

This tax information and impact note details the increase in Landfill Tax in line with inflation. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Van benefit charge and fuel benefit charges for cars and vans from 6 April 2022 

This tax information and impact note sets out the new rates for van benefit and fuel benefit charges. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Temporary extension to road haulage cabotage 

This tax information and impact note sets outs an amendment to Vehicle Excise Duty legislation relating to the temporary extension to road haulage cabotage. 

27/10/2021 – HMRC – Tonnage Tax Reform 

This tax information and impact note details a package of measures to reform the UK’s tonnage tax regime. 

27/10/2021 – HMT – Record £18 billion a year for Wales in Budget 

The Autumn Budget 2021 delivers the largest annual funding settlement to Wales since devolution, helping level up across the whole of the UK. 

27/10/2021 – HMT – Record £41 billion per year for Scotland in Budget 

The Autumn Budget 2021 will deliver the largest annual funding settlement to Scotland since devolution, helping level up across the whole of the UK. 

27/10/2021 – HMT – Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021 speech 

Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021 speech as delivered by Chancellor Rishi Sunak. 

27/10/2021 – HMT – A stronger economy for the British people 

The UK Government will provide billions of pounds to deliver the priorities of the British people by investing in stronger public services, levelling up opportunity, driving business growth and helping working families with the cost of living, the Chancellor announced on 27 October 2021. 

27/10/2021 – HMT – Charter for Budget Responsibility: autumn 2021 update 

The Charter for Budget Responsibility sets out the government’s approach to fiscal policy and management of the public finances. 

27/10/2021 – HMT – Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021: documents 

This is the Budget and Spending Review in full. You can find supporting and related documents below. 

21/10/2021 – Multi Department – New Trade and Agriculture Commission launches with measures to boost farming exports 

Ministers respond to recommendations from original Commission, making commitments on animal welfare and tackling antimicrobial resistance in trade agreements. 

21/10/2021 – DIT – UK calls on G7 to help build stronger and greener supply chains 

The International Trade Secretary will lead G7 efforts to bolster global post-pandemic supply chain resilience at a meeting in London today. 

21/10/2021 – DIT – International Trade Week launches to support new exporters  

Trade department support for exporters in week-long event taking place next month. 

21/10/2021 – DIT – Government response to the final Trade and Agriculture Commission report 

This document is the UK government's response to the final report from the Trade and Agriculture Commission. 

19/10/2021 – FORS – FORS Standard Version 6.0 published 

The FORS Version 6.0 was published on Tuesday 19th October. The new version will be implemented in audits from Friday 1 July 2022. 

19/10/2021 – HMT – Net Zero Review final report 

Analysis exploring the key issues as the UK decarbonises. 

19/10/2021 – BEIS – Heat and buildings strategy 

This strategy sets out how the UK will decarbonise our homes, and our commercial, industrial and public sector buildings, as part of setting a path to net zero by 2050. 

19/10/2021 – DfT & OZEV – Automated and Electric Vehicle Act report 

What the government has achieved in the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure since the Automated and Electric Vehicle Act became law in 2018. 

19/10/2021 – HMRC – The free zones (Customs, Excise and VAT) Regulations 2021 

This tax information and impact note is about the Customs Duty, excise duty and VAT rules that will apply for UK free zones. 

19/10/2021 – Multi Department – Prime Minister's automotive roundtable: 19 October 2021 

Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with representatives of the automotive sector to discuss the UK’s electric vehicle revolution. 

19/10/2021 – DIT – Prime Minister and Bill Gates launch £400m partnership to boost green investment 

The strategic partnership with the Breakthrough Energy Catalyst will mobilise £200 million of private sector funding over 10 years. 

19/10/2021 – CO – Expressions of interest (EoI) for membership fo the UK Domestic Advisory Group and Civil Society Forum under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement 

The government is seeking organisations to appoint to the Domestic Advisory Group and Civil Society Forum within the UK – EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA). 

19/10/2021 – DVSA & DVLA – Changes to HGV and bus driving licences and tests from 15 November 2021 

Update: there will be changes to the way driving tests work for heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and bus drivers from 15 November 2021. 

19/10/2021 – Multi Department – New rules for towing a trailer with a car from 15 November 2021 

Update: There will be new rules about towing a trailer or caravan with a car from 15 November 2021.  

19/10/2021 – BEIS – Net Zero Strategy: Build Back Greener 

This strategy sets out policies and proposals for decarbonising all sectors of the UK economy to meet our net zero target by 2050. 

19/10/2021 – DIT – Investors pledge almost £10bn at UK Global Investment Summit 

At least 30,000 new jobs will be created around the UK thanks to £9.7 billion of new foreign investment 

18/10/2021 – CO – Lord Frost’s meeting with Vice President Šefčovič: Friday 15 October 

Lord Frost and EU Commission Vice President Šefčovič met on 15 October in Brussels. 

18/10/2021 – HMT – Greening Finance: A roadmap to sustainable investing 

This document sets out the government’s ambition to make the UK the best place in the world for green and sustainable investment. It focuses on the first step to deliver this: ensuring that the information exists to enable every financial decision to factor in climate change and the environment. 

16/10/2021 – OTC – Social Media use 

Traffic Commissioners’ Social Media Policy. 

14/10/2021 – HMT – G7 Finance Ministers agree to work together to address global supply chain pressures 

The Chancellor has welcomed an agreement from G7 Finance Ministers to work together to monitor supply chain pressures as the global economy rebounds from the pandemic. 

14/10/2021 – Multi Department – Prime Minister’s Ten Point Plan kickstarts green investment boom 

More than £5.8 billion of foreign investment in green projects has been secured since the launch of the Prime Minister’s Ten Point Plan. 

14/10/2021 – HMRC – Claim a waiver for duty on goods that you bring to Northern Ireland from Great Britain or countries outside the UK and EU 

Update to guidance on how to claim a waiver if you are bringing goods into Northern Ireland from Great Britain or countries outside the UK and EU which might otherwise be charged ‘at risk’ tariffs. Traders in National Cap sectors can now claim a waiver. There is also a new Customs Duty waivers form.  

13/10/2021 – DVSA – Request your personal information held by DVSA 

Find out how to ask for your personal information held by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) – these are sometimes called a subject access request.  

13/10/2021 – Multi Department – 'New one stop service for Gov.Uk unveiled 

Plans to make it easier for the public to access online government services via an app have been set out today by Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Steve Barclay. 

13/10/2021 – TfL – New FORS administration provider appointed 

Transport for London (TfL) has appointed Sopra Steria as the new administration provider for the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS). The new contract will begin in January 2022 and will last for five years, with Sopra Steria taking over from the current administrators, AECOM. 

12/10/2021 – Cabinet Office – Lord Frost speech – Observations on the present state of the nation 

Speech Delivered in Lisbon, Portugal, highlighting the challenges in trade between the EU/UK and of the Northern Ireland protocol. 

12/10/2021 – Multi Department – 'Plan for Jobs' skills and employment programmes: information for employers 

Update to guidance on the investment of up to £17m to provide training for up to 5,000 new and existing HGV drivers’ information added to the page. 

11/10/2021 – Home Office – Statement of changes to immigration rules: CP452 

Statement of changes to the immigration rules published on 11 October 2021. Includes changes to the horticulture and transportation of food goods drivers.  

08/10/2021 – DVSA – Apply for Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA): lorries and goods vehicles (updated) 

Apply for Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) if you are making or importing a single lorry or a very small number of lorries or goods vehicles – uploaded latest version of guidance. 

07/10/2021 – DVSA – How DVSA makes sure business make or sell safe vehicles or parts 

Understanding DVSA’s Vehicle Market Surveillance Unit aims and how it can fine or take you to court for making or selling unsafe vehicles or parts. 

07/10/2021 – Multi Department – Food sector HGV drivers offered temporary visas 

The temporary visa scheme opened on 11 October 2021. Applications for HGV food drivers under the temporary visa scheme must be submitted by 1 December 2021. All temporary visas for HGV food drivers will expire on 28 February 2022. 

06/10/2021 – HMRC – Introduction to rules of origin and claiming duties when trading between the UK and EU 

Rules for moving goods between the UK and EU under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement. 

06/10/2021 – HMRC – Proving originating status and claiming a reduced rate of Customs Duty for trade between the UK and EU  

Find out how to prove the originating status of your goods and check if you can claim preferential tariff treatment. 

06/10/2021 – HMRC – Rules of origin for goods moving between the UK and EU 

The rules of origin requirements are some of the most important provisions that your business needs to understand and meet, under the UK's deal with the EU. 

06/10/2021 – HMRC – General rules to determine the origin of your products for trade between the UK and EU 

Use these general provisions to help you determine the origin of your products. 

06/10/2021 – HMRC – Using the Harmonised System and product-specific rules for trade between the UK and EU 

Find out how to use the Harmonised System to classify your goods and what the product-specific rules are. 

04/10/2021 – HMT – £500 million Plan for Jobs expansion 

Over £500 million to support hundreds of thousands of people into jobs. Workers leaving the furlough scheme and unemployed people over 50 years old will be helped back to work. Those on the lowest wages will also be helped to progress in their careers and existing schemes targeting young people will be extended into next year. 

04/10/2021 – Multi Department – HGV Driver shortage: UK government hub launched 

A new section on GOV.UK website has been launched which brings together all the latest information on how the government is helping to reduce the HGV driver shortage. 

04/10/2021 – Department for Transport – Get a coronavirus (Covid-19) test if you are an HGV or van driver 

Update to international rules. 

04/10/2021 – Department for Transport – Coronavirus (Covid-19): Safer practice for international hauliers 

The Covid-19 rules for safer behaviour for hauliers making international journeys were updated for international travel to England rules. 

01/10/2021 – DVSA – Get an ADR test to allow a vehicle to carry dangerous goods by road 

Updated ADR III page 5 to include the documentation you need to bring when testing a tank. 

01/10/2021 – Export Support Team – Launch of a new Export Support Service 

Government launched the Export Support Service on 1 October. It is a new helpline and online service where all UK businesses can get answers to practical questions about exporting to Europe. The service is a ‘one-stop shop’ and brings together UK government information to make it easier for exporters to access advice and support.   

September 2021 

30/09/2021 – DfT & DVSA – Temporary Relaxation of the enforcement of the retained EU drivers’ hours rules: all road haulage sectors in Great Britain 

The temporary relaxation of drivers’ hours has been extended until 31 October 2021. If the relaxation that ended on 3 October 2021 was used, a follow-up notification form must have been completed by 10 October 2021. 

28/09/2021 – DVSA – Host vocational driving tests at your own site 

The rules have been clearer regarding off-road manoeuvring area to make it clear that the area must have a 1m buffer zone on all four sides. 

28/09/2021 – DfT – International Sticker Change  

From 28 September 2021 vehicles registered in the UK will need to display the letters ‘UK’ when driven abroad (excluding Republic of Ireland). The identifier can be incorporated in vehicle number plates (along with the Union flag) or as a separate sticker. 

26/09/2021 – DfT – New government plans to tackle the lorry driving shortage 

The government announced new plans to help the driver crisis, which include: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) will deploy its Defence Driving Examiners (DDEs) to work alongside DVSA examiners. The three emergency services and the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to conduct driving tests for one another. The Department for Education is investing up to £10m to create new Skills Bootcamps to train up to 3,000 more people to become HGV drivers. 5,000 HGV fuel tanker and food lorry drivers will be added to the existing visa scheme and will be able to come to the UK for three months in the run-up to Christmas. 

25/09/2021 – DfT – HGV driver shortage – employment opportunities  

Letter from the Department for Transport and industry to HGV licence holders, encouraging those who have left the HGV driving profession to return. 

25/09/2021 – DfT – become a qualified HGV or bus driver 

As part of the government’s drive to encourage more people to drive HGVs it has published guidance on the process of obtaining a licence/DCPC and how to enter/return to the sector. 

22/09/2021 – DfT – Driving in Europe: UK licence holders living in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland 

Updated guidance for UK driving licence holders living in Belgium, Bulgaria, Hungary and Slovakia. 

22/09/2021 – Multi Department – Trade with the UK as a business based in the EU  

If you run an EU-based business, check what your business needs to know to continue trading with the UK. 

21/09/2021 – HMRC – Safety and security requirements on imports and exports from 1 October 2021 

Find out about new safety and security declarations that will apply from 1 October 2021 on goods leaving Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales). 

20/09/2021 – DIT – Digital trade objectives and vision 

DIT’s digital trade objectives set out the way in which the department approaches digital trade, and its vision for how international digital trade can benefit consumers and businesses. This is grouped into five areas: open digital markets, data flows, consumer and business safeguards, digital trading systems and international cooperation and global governance.