“We have to expect that many EU based food exporters will take one look at these proposals and decide to cease supplying UK customers' 🔴 Post-Brexit border checks coming this year will drive up prices and cause shortages, Government warned
The British Chambers of Commerce praised the proposal to introduce digital rather than paper-based checks, but added: “It is vital that companies, here and across the world, involved in sourcing and supply chains, are properly prepared for these changes and the introduction of new trusted trader arrangements.”
The introduction of the post-Brexit inspections had previously been delayed four times to avoid disrupting business. They will now begin in October but will not be fully implemented until late 2024. Richard Benyon, the minister for biosecurity, said: “It is vital that we have strong border controls in place. Invasive diseases could cost our farms and businesses billions of pounds, threaten our food safety and break confidence in UK exports around the world. That is why we are working hand in glove with businesses to devise a strong system that works for the nation.”, partly due to the time taken to stamp the passports of British travellers as they go through French border controls.
As well as the new regime for goods, the UK will implement a new Electronic Travel Authorisation for foreign visitors, starting from later this year, which will require incoming travellers to sign up for permission to enter the country. The Government insists the system will reduce friction at the borders.
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