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Government cuts prices on the imports of everyday essentials
Cheaper imports will save businesses at least £17 million per year in a further bid to kickstart growth as part of the Plan for Change.
UK Tariff Pause Will Help Business and Consumers
Given the current uncertainty in global trade, these extended reductions in import duties on everyday consumer goods from orange juice to seafood are welcome and could help reduce the cost of living.
Extent Of US Tariff Impact Revealed
Research showed that 62% of UK firms with trade exposure to the USA are taking a hit from the tariffs - 20% report a significant negative impact, 42% some negative impact, 16% no impact, 5% some positive impact, and 2% significant positive impact.
UK Companies - Call for Expressions of Interest: Sourcing Products from Bangladesh
The International Trade Centre (ITC) aims to connect UK companies with Bangladeshi women-led businesses in key sectors (i.e. textiles and apparel, handicrafts, and agri-processed food sectors).
Asynt Strengthens Exports by Investing in In-house Capability
“I had been managing imports and exports already for a couple of years, and decided to enrol in order to further my knowledge”, said Logistics Team Leader Aaron Clifford.
