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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, traders when importing non-controlled EU goods
to GB 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 they are 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>HMRC
will continue to engage with industry beyond the end of the transition period to understand
any concerns and identify any further support that HMRC can provide.</p>
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