Details and dates of new import controls announced
The Government has just shared the details and timetable for changes to EU-to-GB Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) import controls. Certification, documentary, ID and physical checks will be introduced in three phases from 1 July next year.
From 1 July ’22 these checks will apply to all animal by-products, meat and meat products and plants and plant products. From 1 September checks will be introduced for all dairy products and from 1 November they will apply to all remaining products of animal origin including composites. More details including training videos and upcoming webinars can be found on the BMPA Portal.
