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Get ready for the start of full Ireland-UK Customs control
In August 2023, the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) revealed a signi fi cant development affecting the movement of goods directly from the island of Ireland to Great Britain. From 31 January 2024, the UK will implement full Customs controls for goods moving directly from ports in the Northern Ireland). This move is part of a comprehensive plan outlining the new approach to importing goods into the UK from the EU and protecting Northern Ireland’s status in the Union. The BTOM aims to ensure that Northern Ireland businesses enjoy uninterrupted access when transporting Qualifying Republic of Ireland (not moving from or through
processes if they are: • Non-Qualifying Northern Ireland goods; • Excise goods (alcohol, tobacco, and energy products) or; • Goods which do not move directly to an Irish port once they have left Northern Ireland, for example goods that are held in storage in the Republic of Ireland. Starting 31 January 2024, non-qualifying goods face tighter Customs controls and will require pre-notification and certification when moving directly from the Republic of Ireland to Great Britain. However, Northern Ireland ports’ procedures for such goods remain unchanged. Safeguarding QNIG, ensuring seamless movements both directly and
indirectly to Great Britain via the Republic of Ireland is one of the main priorities of the BTOM. To maintain this access, food and feed products must be owned or processed by a registered Northern Ireland business. In summary, businesses involved in the movement of goods from the island of Ireland to Great Britain should carefully review and prepare for the upcoming changes outlined in the Border Target Operating Model. More information is available by scanning the QR codes.
Northern Ireland Goods (QNIG) to Great Britain. This exemption extends to direct movements from Northern Ireland or indirect routes via the Republic of Ireland. Goods moving from Northern Ireland to Great Britain through Irish ports will also have to complete import
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NEW London East Charity Spring Ball
drinks), fundraising raffle and auction, and dancing to live music from the band Hit Parade. Sponsors BIFA would like to thank DP World London Gateway and Uniserve for their sponsorship. If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please contact Sharon Hammond (s.hammond@bifa.org) Appeal Are you able to offer an auction lot to support the selected charities? Contact Sharon Hammond (s.hammond@bifa.org) with details of your offer. Tickets Tickets are now on sale at £95.00 + vat per person. Go to https://bifa.org/events/ to book.
A brand-new event is being added to the BIFA calendar, book now to reserve your seats The London East Regional Committee is delighted to announce the inaugural, black-tie, London East Charity Spring Ball which will take place on Friday 22 March at Stockbrook Manor Country Club, near Billericay, Essex. Many BIFA Members are familiar with the annual Liverpool Region Charity Dinner which is well attended by personnel from near and far, selling out every year. BIFA London East Regional Chair, Scott Baker of Uniserve, and Lexi Leybourn of DP World hope that this new event will prove just as popular for networking in a social environment and the opportunity to raise much needed funds for local charities, the Karis May Darling
Foundation and Thurrock Foodbank. Don your best suit or some sparkles and high heels to enjoy a night to remember.
The evening will commence with a drinks reception followed by a three-course meal with drinks included (house wine, house beers, soft
6 | January 2024
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