Operate after Brexit

Scotland’s enterprise and skills agencies urge all companies to actively learn how to adapt to the new business environment now that the UK has left the EU.

Information is available here to help companies in Scotland understand what Brexit means for them.

10 key things to know about the UK-EU Free Trade Agreement

A trade deal between the EU and the UK has been agreed and there are key actions you can take now to ensure your business and supply chain can adapt to the changing business environment.

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Latest updates

GOV.UK guidance on operating after Brexit (updated daily)

Exporting food and drink from the UK to France: Common mistakes (12 February 2021)

Coming soon: The SME Brexit Support Fund could give you up to £2,000 to help with training or professional advice. Learn more (12 February 2021)

The Seafood Disruption Support Scheme (SDSS) will support small or medium-sized businesses that have experienced a verifiable financial loss during the export of fresh or live fish and/or shellfish to the single market between 1 and 31 January 2021. Learn more (10 February 2021)

What are the main changes to food and drink labelling after Brexit? (9 February 2021)

SUPPORT FOR IMPORT, EXPORT AND CUSTOMS DOCUMENTATION

Customs processes have changed. Can your business continue to operate?

Decide now how you're going to deal with customs documentation. Don't risk leaving it until the last minute.

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UNDERSTANDING VAT AFTER BREXIT

The rules surrounding VAT have changed.

Understand how the new rules affect your business, with country specific information and situational examples.

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ESSENTIAL ACTIONS

No time to spare.

There are quick essential actions that your business should be taking now to ensure you're in the strongest position possible to continue operating after Brexit.

Brexit checklist