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Brexit Update: September 2019

    Brexit has dominated the news over the past three years, and this shows no signs of abating. The current deadline for the UK to exit the European Union (EU) is 31 October, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson has

New guidance document: Procurement after ‘no deal’

As the political and legal situation around Brexit remains dynamic, the possibility of the UK leaving the European Union without a negotiated Withdrawal Agreement – a ‘no-deal Brexit’ – still exists. Until an alternative is legally formalised by both the

Business Growth in a Post-Brexit world

Many businesses may feel it is difficult to prepare for the coming months without knowing what will change on or after 29th March. Although the date the United Kingdom was scheduled to leave the European Union is fast approaching, it

Spring Statement 2019

  The Chancellor has today delivered his Spring Statement. Against the background of continued uncertainty around the UK’s departure from the EU, what will probably be seen as the main message of the Statement is that the Chancellor’s so-called ‘war

Brexit: What happens now for procurement?

[Updated: 14/03/2019] Although the outcome of two major parliamentary votes on Brexit is now clear, very little has actually changed legally – for now. A lot remains to be decided over the coming days and weeks, and various Brexit scenarios

New Brexit Guidance for Procurement

The Government has released new guidance specifically aimed at those working in public procurement as to what the effect of the various possible Brexit outcomes will be for the industry. The Procurement Policy Note (PPN), ‘Preparing the UK for Leaving

Registration necessary to work with EU after Brexit

As preparations for the UK’s departure from the EU intensify, procurement professionals should ensure they are aware of the requirements to register for an Economic Operator and Registration Identification (EORI) number. Late February’s announcement that UK businesses will be able

International market remains open after Brexit

  It has been confirmed that British businesses will be able to continue bidding for contracts from across the world after the UK leaves the European Union. In the event of a ‘no-deal’ Brexit, the UK will join the Government

Brexit latest: publishing contracts if there’s no deal

After a tumultuous week in Westminster, the situation surrounding the UK’s exit from the EU continues to be dynamic. Although the ‘meaningful vote’ of 15th January has now taken place, and the Government has survived a no-confidence vote,  much remains

Scottish Budget 2018

Against the backdrop of uncertainty caused by the UK’s impending exit from the European Union, Finance Secretary Derek Mackay MSP has delivered the 2018 Scottish Budget (December 12th). Describing it as a “fair and progressive budget” Derek Mackay presented a