- A call for evidence sought views on the future of customs declarations.
- The previous government issued a response to the call for evidence, and confirmed that it intends to simplify customs declarations for imports and exports, with a significant reduction in the amount of information that traders will need to provide.
- Information from respondents on the use of technology in the completion of customs declarations will inform the design of border transformation programmes.
- Timing: the call for evidence closed on 8 September 2023. The previous government issued a summary of responses on 7 December 2023 and intended to maintain ongoing consultation with stakeholders regarding the timeline for implementing changes but it is not yet clear whether and how the current government plans to take this forward.
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