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<p>The Government has provided extensive guidance to traders to support them in their
preparations for the end of the transition period, including publishing the detailed
Border Operating Model to help traders take the necessary steps.</p><p> </p><p>Recognising
the impact of coronavirus on businesses’ ability to prepare, the UK Government has
taken the decision to introduce the new border controls in three stages up until 1
July 2021. From 1 January to 30 June, UK-established traders/agents when importing
non-controlled EU goods to GB free circulation will have the option to make a declaration
in their own records at the time of import followed by a supplementary declaration
up to 175 days later, which provides traders and intermediaries with more time to
prepare.</p><p> </p><p>HMRC continue to work closely with industry to ensure it is
engaging with the new requirements and can take the necessary steps to prepare, including
through the latest public information campaign, cross-Government industry steering
groups, webinars and events.</p><p> </p><p>Further, over £80 million of support has
been made available to help the customs intermediary sector in scaling up. This includes
grant funding for customs IT, training, and recruitment of new staff.</p><p> </p><p>HMRC
will continue to engage with industry beyond the end of transition period to understand
any concerns and identify any further support HMRC can provide.</p>
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