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We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. Covering areas such as trade, sustainability, and export support, these developments…
UK India Roadshow 2026: Unlock your export growth with the UK–India FTA The UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), due to enter into force in 2026, is one of the most significant trade …
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. We encourage members to review the updates and engage with any consultations …
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. We encourage members to review the updates and engage with any consultations …
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. We encourage members to review the updates and engage with any consultations…
The Giftware Association has joined the Bank of England and a coalition of UK trade associations this week as part of the Genesis Initiative, presenting new evidence on trading conditions and confidence…
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. Covering areas such as trade, sustainability, planning and late payments, these…
Announcements and Calls for Evidence: Business investment boosted with new tax relief taking effect todayBusinesses to receive boost to investment as a new first-year allowance takes effect today…
The UK Government has published an update via GOV.UK relating to a new consultation on the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS). The consultation is seeking views on the proposed approach…
This update summarises the latest Government announcements,and guidance affecting the gift and home sector, including funding, regulation, trade, skills and sustainability. Members may wish to review…
The latest Government update brings a series of important announcements that could affect the giftware and retail industries; from shifts in trade and export rules (including updates on US tariffs…
The Autumn Budget 2025, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, comes at a time of continued economic uncertainty. Inflation remains elevated, borrowing costs are high, and consumer spending faces…
The UK government has launched a public call for evidence on accession to the Pan‑Euro Mediterranean Convention on Rules of Origin (PEM). Under PEM, member countries (covering Europe, parts…
Announcements and Calls for Evidence Strategy for future retail payments infrastructureThe Payments Vision Delivery Committee has published its strategy to guide the development of future UK retail…
The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the EU’s new system for submitting Safety and Security declarations, replacing Import Control System Northern Ireland (ICSNI). Using ICS2 for goods movements…
The European Commission has announced proposed changes to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), aimed at simplifying reporting obligations and supporting smaller producers, while maintaining strong…
ONS SIC review The revision of UK Standard Industrial Classification (UK SIC) has been announced on the Office for National Statistics (ONS) website, following a public consultation and the…
Keep up to date with the latest government announcements impacting UK businesses. This update highlights important policy changes, trade developments and regulatory news relevant to the giftware …
Keep up to date with the latest government announcements impacting UK businesses. This update highlights important policy changes, trade developments and regulatory news relevant to the giftware …
The UK government has issued an important update for businesses exporting to the United States. From 29th August 2025, the U.S. has removed the De Minimis threshold for low-value shipments, meaning…
With 60% of the 5.8 million people working for themselves in the UK having multiple sources of income, there can be confusion over tax status and misunderstanding over what needs to be reported to…
Please see helpful information below, supporting businesses exporting to the USA with the removal of the US De Minimis from 29th August: Changes to US import rules for low-value…
You will be aware that, from 29 August 2025, the United States will remove the $800 De minimis threshold for commercial shipments. This change affects the vast majority of UK businesses exporting…
We’re sharing the latest government updates to keep members informed of important changes affecting our industry. These include the suspension of the US de minimis exemption for low-value shipments…
