UK Extends Application Deadline for Brexit Training, IT Funding for Brokers, Forwarders and Couriers
The United Kingdom’s HM Revenue & Customs is extending until May 31 the deadline for applications for grants available to fund training and information technology improvements in preparation for the U.K.’s planned withdrawal from the European Union. Available to importers,…
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customs brokers, freight forwarders and couriers that are either established or have a branch in the U.K., the funding “will support customs intermediaries and traders completing customs declarations,” HMRC said. Out of a total $8 million available, $2 million is available to fund up to 50 percent of the cost of training for staff completing customs declarations, another $3 million is available to fund IT improvements related to customs declarations for small and medium intermediaries, and $3 million was invested in training courses that will be available “over the coming months to support customs broker training,” HMRC said.