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Happy New Year! BIFA publishes revised trading conditions
[ January 5, 2021 // Chris ]The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has published a new version of its standard trading conditions (STCs), replacing the 2017 version.
The latest edition has been produced as a consequence of the UK’s exit from the EU and reflects changes to direct/indirect representation with HMRC. The term “Customs Representative” is now replaced by “The Customs Agent” although the concept remains largely the same.
BIFA director general Robert Keen, said: “Over time, in the same ways laws must change, so do contractual rights and obligations that flow from these changes, and therefore it is essential to review any set of industry terms against changes in legislation and industry practice.
“The impact of the UK’s exit from the EU on the role of direct or indirect representation has been much discussed and has been a complex issue throughout the transition period.
“The importance of BIFA members ensuring the effective incorporation of the BIFA STC into their contracts with their customers cannot be stressed enough.
“This is something we address constantly with members. BIFA will be urging its members to check that they do everything they can to ensure their company has adopted the necessary steps outlined in BIFA’s guide to representation with HMRC, which has been updated and can be found on the trade association’s website under the INFORMATION > GOOD PRACTICE TOOLBOX section.”