Government extends CE marking acceptance for boats until 2023
The government has announced an extension to the start date for the new post-Brexit certification rules for CE products...
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Greek Customs acknowledges rights of UK yachts to retain EU VAT status
Following a complaint to the European Union (EU) by the Cruising Association (CA) on the VAT Status of UK yachts in...
Industry collaboration yields confirmation on post-Brexit VAT
Following the UK’s withdrawal from the EU, there have been many questions which have caused confusion and uncertainty for...
Returned goods relief grace period extended by six months
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced a 6-month extension to the 1-year grace period previously put in place...
Morocco/UK ‘Brexit buster’ route launched by United Seaways
A new direct shipping route connecting the UK and Morocco, is to be launched shortly. The route, which has...
RYA and BM join campaign to challenge HMRC’s post-Brexit plans
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and British Marine (BM) are adding their voices to the campaign to challenge HMRC’s...
Lack of Brexit equality ‘unfair and resented’ says Knox-Johnston for Cruising Association
The Cruising Association (CA) has officially started campaigning to reduce the impact of Brexit on British small boat cruisers....
Peters & May increases sailings to avoid post-Brexit tax penalties
Marine transport provider Peters & May is reporting a surge in enquiries from people seeking advice and assistance about...
Irish fishing boat expelled from British waters post Brexit
An Irish fishing vessel has been boarded and expelled from British territorial waters after new Brexit deal rules came...
UK owners required to carry VAT documentation ‘at all times’ post Brexit
In a recent notice published by HMRC – Notice 8: sailing your pleasure craft to and from the UK...
