The UK's new points-based immigration system

The UK’s new points-based immigration system

From 1 January 2021, free movement will end and the UK will introduce a points-based immigration system. Under a points-based immigration system, anyone coming to the UK for work must meet a specific set of requirements for which they will score points. Visas are then awarded to those who gain…

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Brexit Ready: Customs clearance & more

Established in 1842, we’ve seen revolutions, recessions and recoveries. We’re ready for BREXIT and can help you get organised too. We’re also dealing with Covid; have not furloughed anyone and have employed 22 new talented people. As a leading shipping & maritime services’ supplier, Cory Brothers provide worldwide supply chain…

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Public Covid screening facility opens

Next day results as first airport site in Scotland opens. The first public Covid screening centre at in airport in Scotland has opened at Edinburgh Airport with people able to receive fast and accurate PCR swab tests. The ExpressTest site will be located in front of the terminal in the…

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UK secures vital rollover trade deal with Canada and agrees to start negotiating more advanced deal next year

International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has today secured an agreement for a continuity trade deal with “friend and ally” Canada The agreement paves the way for negotiations to begin in 2021 on a new tailor-made UK-Canada trade deal, with the potential to go further in areas like digital trade, the…

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Over 7,000 businesses register for Trader Support Service

The government is urging businesses to sign up to the Trader Support Service as the Brexit transition period ends next month. More than 7,000 traders have registered for Trader Support Service, with hundreds of new sign-ups every day. Contact centre support is now live, creating 150 jobs in Northern Ireland.…

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Australia-UK FTA enters its third round

The second round of negotiations on the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was held virtually from 21 September to 2 October, with substantial progress made in over forty sessions. The third round is scheduled for 23 November to 4 December. Australia’s High Commissioner to the UK, the Hon George Brandis…

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The imperative for, and assistance with, growing your business activity with China

Demographic and economic trends have shifted the centre of gravity of the global economy to Asia. The Asian economy is now larger than the rest of the world combined. China is central to this growth, by 2023 it will contribute over 28% of global growth. Supported by world-leading technology and…

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Emerging Markets Student Consultancy Project – a free opportunity for your business

Is your business interested in exploring emerging market opportunities? Our postgraduate International Business students work with businesses on projects focused on emerging markets such as market scoping, export strategies, partnership development and more. This opportunity is free and the output is a practical report providing the team’s research, analysis and…

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BCC responds to ‘time is running out’ campaign

Commenting on the launch of the government’s ‘time is running out’ campaign, urging businesses to prepare for the end of the transition period, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “Facing the triple threat of a resurgent Coronavirus, tightening restrictions and a disorderly end to the transition period, it is little…

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UK Government Trade Hub launched to support Scottish businesses

The Department for International Trade has launched a dedicated Hub to provide businesses with trade support. New hub launched by UK Department for International Trade (DIT) to help thousands of businesses in Scotland thrive internationally Based at government’s new Edinburgh HQ, Queen Elizabeth House, the Hub will help businesses in…

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