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<p>If the UK leaves the EU on 29th March without a deal, the UK would implement a
temporary tariff regime. This would apply for up to 12 months while a full consultation,
and review on a permanent approach, is undertaken. Tariffs will apply to a number
of categories of finished vehicles due to the importance of the sector and broader
challenging market conditions.</p><p> </p><p>BEIS Ministers and officials regularly
engage with the automotive industry, including bilaterals with manufacturers, interactions
via trade associations, and through BEIS’s participation in the Automotive Council.
This insight supports policy development within BEIS and work with other Departments.</p><p>
</p><p>Leaving the EU with a deal that supports the future of British industry remains
the government’s top priority. As set out in the Political Declaration, the UK and
the EU have agreed on a free trade area for goods, including automotive. This would
combine deep regulatory and customs cooperation with no tariffs and no quotas, underpinned
by provisions ensuring open and fair competition.</p>
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