21 February 2018 
Amanda Darley, Head of Operations and Engagement
The EU Commission has launched a webpage providing information about the impact on customs and taxation of the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. The webpage notes that 'Unless a ratified withdrawal agreement establishes another date, the United Kingdom will become a 'third country' as of 30 March 2019, 00:00h (CET) towards the rest of the EU countries. Preparing for the withdrawal in the area of customs and taxation is not just a matter for EU and national authorities but also for companies and individuals trading with the United Kingdom'.
The web page includes links to previous documents (such as the Commission's Position paper on Customs related matters needed for an orderly withdrawal of the UK from the Union), as well as new items including a 'Notice to Stakeholders' which notes that 'In view of the considerable uncertainties, in particular concerning the content of a possible withdrawal agreement, economic operators are reminded of legal repercussions, which need to be considered when the United Kingdom becomes a third country'.
More details, including some implications for universities, can be found in our full news article.
