EU Forced Labour Ban Regulation.

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EU Forced Labour Ban Regulation.

The European Parliament has recently approved the EU Forced Labour Regulation. This new law bans the sale, import, and export of goods produced through forced labour.
Meet the team. Neil Bird.

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Meet the team. Neil Bird.

At Gaston Schul, our strength lies in our team. Our people bring passion and a personal touch to everything they do. In this series we introduce you to the real faces behind Gaston Schul and who drive our customers success.
End of Covid-related exemptions on certificates of origin.

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End of Covid-related exemptions on certificates of origin.

Important update for EU imports: original certificates required from 1 May 2024 due to the withdrawal of Covid-related flexibilities.
New UK import controls come into effect on 30 April.

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New UK import controls come into effect on 30 April.

From 30 April 2024, medium risk sanitary and phytosanitary import products will be subject to documentary and risk-based identity and physical checks as part of the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM).
Shaping the future of International Trade.

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Shaping the future of International Trade.

Last week our CEO, Rob, participated in a critical discussion with MKB-Nederland, focusing on the transport, mobility, and logistics sectors. This meeting was part of a broader initiative to draft the new Entrepreneurs' Agenda, a strategic document aimed at influencing future policies in these crucial areas.
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

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EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

The EU has extended the implementation deadline for its Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The rollout originally planned for the end of 2024 will now become effective from 30 December 2025 for large businesses and from 30 June 2026 for micro and small businesses.
EU imposes “No Russia Clause” from 20 March 2024.

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EU imposes “No Russia Clause” from 20 March 2024.

As part of the EU's ongoing efforts to combat sanctions evasion, a new requirement known as the "No Russia Clause" will come into effect on March 20, 2024.
Export declarations move from CHIEF to CDS.

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Export declarations move from CHIEF to CDS.

Export declarations are now live through CDS. From Tuesday 04 June 2024, CHIEF will close for new export declarations and CDS will become the UK’s single customs platform. After this date users will need to submit declarations through CDS instead of CHIEF.

Thirteenth sanctions package against Russia.

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Thirteenth sanctions package against Russia.

On 23 February 2024, the European Union adopted a new sanctions package against Russia. This 13th sanctions package included the addition of several individuals and companies to the sanctions list and additional measures against the circumvention of sanctions.