While the initial reaction from the NI agri-food industry to the Brexit deal agreed last week was generally a cautious welcome, especially when set against the prospect of a no-deal exit, there are concerns that it could leave NI business facing increased costs and red tape.
In his address at the NI Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) dinner in Belfast last Thursday, chair Brian Irwin said it was a deal his organisation could “broadly welcome” as it allowed the industry to trade tariff-free with both the EU and with Britain.
However, the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) pointed out that it raises more questions, and more clarity is required around how this new deal will work.
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The basics of the deal are that NI remains part of the UK customs territory, but applies EU customs rules. Goods from outside the EU or from Britain that come to NI across the Irish Sea will be checked, and those deemed to be “at risk” of entering the EU would have EU tariffs applied.
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While the initial reaction from the NI agri-food industry to the Brexit deal agreed last week was generally a cautious welcome, especially when set against the prospect of a no-deal exit, there are concerns that it could leave NI business facing increased costs and red tape.
In his address at the NI Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) dinner in Belfast last Thursday, chair Brian Irwin said it was a deal his organisation could “broadly welcome” as it allowed the industry to trade tariff-free with both the EU and with Britain.
However, the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) pointed out that it raises more questions, and more clarity is required around how this new deal will work.
The basics of the deal are that NI remains part of the UK customs territory, but applies EU customs rules. Goods from outside the EU or from Britain that come to NI across the Irish Sea will be checked, and those deemed to be “at risk” of entering the EU would have EU tariffs applied.
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