BTOM: New Brexit Import Checks

As the United Kingdom braces for the implementation of new Brexit-related import checks slated for the end of April, concerns about potential food shortages are growing among importers. According to a detailed report by The Guardian, industry leaders warn that new handling fees—costing up to £145 per consignment—could lead to shortages of various food items, flowers, and herbs. Small suppliers, in particular, are feeling the pinch as some European Union (EU) exporters are considering withdrawing from the UK market altogether due to the increased bureaucratic hurdles and costs. The forthcoming