Businesses will be frustrated by the government’s decision to pause work on the Single Trade Window, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD).
When fully operational, the Single Trade Window will provide a gateway between businesses and UK border processes and systems, allowing users to meet their import, export and transit obligations by submitting information once, and in one place.
However, the government now says that in the context of financial challenges, it is pausing delivery of the UK Single Trade Window in 2025/26.
Emma Rowland, Trade Policy Advisor at the IoD, said: ‘It is frustrating to see the government’s decision to halt the development of the Single Trade Window due to financial constraints following the Budget, particularly given extensive industry engagement and the project’s proximity to completion.
‘According to our own data, paperwork remains the largest obstacle for organisations involved in international exports. The Single Trade Window, designed to streamline border processes through a unified platform, has the potential to significantly ease this administrative burden on firms, making importing and exporting more efficient. Additionally, it could enhance data collection to better monitor and understand UK trade flows.
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