Source · Select Committees · Business and Trade Committee
Recommendation 9
9
Acknowledged
Maximise cuts to EU trade red tape, pursuing AEO recognition and waiving security declarations.
Recommendation
The Government should seek to maximise cuts to the red tape currently restricting free trade with the EU, taking full advantage of the customs cooperation provisions in the Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Specifically, it should pursue mutual recognition of UK and EU Authorised Economic Operator schemes for customs simplification, a bilateral waiver of safety and security declarations, and enhanced cooperation to facilitate roll-on, roll-off cargo traffic. In addition, the Government should consult with industry on a regular basis to identify and address further opportunities to streamline border processes. (Recommendation, Paragraph 43)
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledged the recommendation, stating its commitment to easing trade burdens and its regular engagement with industry through existing forums and with the EU via TCA committees to identify and address issues within the current framework. No specific action was committed regarding mutual recognition of AEO schemes or bilateral waivers.
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government is committed to easing the burdens of trade, making it easier for businesses to trade between the UK and EU. The Government engages regularly with industry through forums like HMRC’s Joint Customs Consultative Committee and with the EU through the TCA committees to identify and address issues where possible within the framework of the TCA. We welcome continued engagement from industry.