http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/ Copyright 2010 SITPRO paul.hiscock@sitpro.org.uk (Paul Hiscock) paul.hiscock@sitpro.org.uk (Paul Hiscock) Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:30:00 GMT Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:30:00 GMT News from SITPRO - The UK's Trade Facilitation Agency en-gb http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100831.html The SITPRO International Trade Procedures Helpdesk will cease operating on 31 August 2010. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100831.html SITPRO Electronic News http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100719.html The Secretary of State for Business has announced today that SITPRO, the UK trade facilitation body, will be closed. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:45:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100719.html SITPRO Electronic News http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100608.html The action plan Simplifying Trade Across UK Borders identified weaknesses in the way international trade is promoted as a career and potential gaps in the training provision and qualifications needed to create a properly skilled and competent workforce. Tue, 08 Mar 2010 13:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002a.html SITPRO Electronic News education http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002a.html The European Customs Code, which has been around since the early 1990s, is being replaced with more up to date legislation. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002a.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 customs europe regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002b.html In February the Ports and Borders Group (PBG) gathered for its 100th meeting aboard HQS Wellington. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002b.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 ports regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002c.html At the beginning of February, SITPRO and Skills for Logistics brought together experts representing the wide range of education service providers operating in the UK. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002c.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 education http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002d.html The new Automatic Licence Verification System (ALVS) which will reduce customs clearance times and paperwork for companies importing flowers, plants, fruit and vegetables into England and Wales from outside the EU, was launched on 16 February. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002d.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 defra itsw http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002e.html The business response to last year's consultation exercise was excellent and SITPRO is now in the process of addressing the issues that were raised and highlighted for action in the Government's action plan Simplifying Trade Across UK Borders Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002e.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002f.html We at SITPRO were saddened to learn of the passing of Michel Danet, the former Secretary General of the World Customs Organisation. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002f.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 people http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002g.html The World Trade Organisation has published the first draft consolidated negotiating text of a possible WTO agreement on trade facilitation. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002g.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 tfagreements http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002h.html Prior to the start of the Department of Transport's formal consultation on the Rotterdam Rules, SITPRO has published a detailed guide to the issues which they raise. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002h.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 customs regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002i.html In the UK, SITPRO is the champion of trade facilitation, but when it comes to European developments the voice of just one nation is not enough. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar201002i.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 europe europro http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snceo201002.html SITPRO's Chief Executive, Malcolm McKinnon, begins SITPRO's 40th anniversary year. Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snceo201002.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 regulations tfagreements ceo http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snedp201002.html Expect the unexpected Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snedp201002.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 editor http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snso200912.html SITPRO's Helpdesk Advisers answer a question about the EX1 document Tue, 05 Mar 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snso200912.html SITPRO News: Issue 71, Winter 2009/2010 questions guidance http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100224.html SITPRO has just learnt that the call for survey responses for the 2011 Doing Business Report officially closed on 9 February 2010. However, the World Bank Group is still seeking specialists to participate. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:40:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100224.html SITPRO Electronic News regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100223.html The European Commission is currently providing a brief consultation period for traders to comment on the implementing provisions for the Modernised Customs Code. SITPRO is seeking comments from businesses by noon on 1 March. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:45:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20100223.html SITPRO Electronic News europe customs http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912a.html Following a year of consultation with business and analysis of the international trade environment in the UK, the Government has published an action plan for Simplifying Trade Across UK Borders. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912a.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912b.html One of the major outcomes of the Government’s new action plan is its new International Trade Facilitation Committee (ITFC). Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912b.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 regulations customs defra europe http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912c.html As well as working within the heart of Government, SITPRO is also looking at how other parts of international trade practice could benefit from better co-ordination. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912c.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 regulations customs defra ports itsw http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912d.html Not every cost identified during SITPRO's consultation can be reduced by the Government. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912d.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 education guidance http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912e.html The United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT) is about to launch a stakeholder questionnaire to consult standards implementers, international organisations and other stakeholders on their expectations for open international standards for electronic trade messages. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912e.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 ebusiness cefact un-edocs http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912f.html On 30 September 2009 the Worshipful Company of World Traders gathered for their bi-annual seminar, where they sought to address the theme World Trade - An Open Europe. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912f.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 europe services events http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912g.html On 1 January new rules come into force that will affect how the Dangerous Goods Note is completed. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912g.html documents guidance http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912h.html The Rotterdam Rules are intended to extend and modernise the existing international rules governing the carriage of goods Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200912h.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 customs regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snceo200912.html SITPRO's Chief Executive, Malcolm McKinnon, looks forward to SITPRO's new role in trade facilitation. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snceo200912.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 regulations ceo http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snedp200912.html Do you know your ITFC from your ITSW? Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snedp200912.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 editor http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snso200912.html SITPRO's Helpdesk Advisers guide you through some of the other advice services available Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snso200912.html SITPRO News: Issue 70, Autumn 2009 questions guidance http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snr20091202.html SITPRO welcomes the Government’s action plan for Simplifying Trade Across UK Borders, released today, as a positive step towards addressing the issues raised by traders during the recent consultation exercise. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snr20091202.html SITPRO News Releases regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snr20091009.html British businesses will have more opportunities to sell services across the Europe when the EU Services Directive comes into effect on 29 December. Thu, 10 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snr20091009.html SITPRO News Releases services europe events http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20090910.html Whether its cleaning, catering, printing, IT support or one of the other vital services that a thriving business requires, almost every business relies on service providers. Therefore you need to know about the EU Services Directive. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:20:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20090910.html SITPRO Electronic News services europe events http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snr20090909.html The UK's improved ranking as the 16 th easiest country in the world with which to trade across borders, in the World Bank's Doing Business Report 2010, is a welcome boost to the UK's international trade community. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snr20090909.html SITPRO News Releases regulations http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20090820.html The pilot of the new ALV (Automatic License Verification) system for imports of fresh produce, being implemented by the cross-government International Trade Single Window (ITSW) Project, is drawing to a close after 5 months and plans are now being prepared for a phased roll out. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20090820.html SITPRO Electronic News itsw customs defra http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200907a.html SITPRO's consultation with business to identify the regulatory burdens in international trade that impact most on traders has raised over 500 issues, which Government Departments are now assessing with advice from SITPRO. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:15:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200907a.html SITPRO News: Issue 69, Summer 2009 regulations customs ports events http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200907b.html The Services Directive is due to be implemented by EU Member States from the beginning of next year. In advance of that SITPRO, in association with BIS and Clifford Chance, is hosting an important and timely conference organised by BIP Solutions. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:15:00 GMT http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20100918113753/http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/snar200907b.html SITPRO News: Issue 69, Summer 2009 services europe events