London remains Europe’s major global finance centre despite Brexit and retains its second-place ranking in a list of the best financial centres around the world behind New York, according to new research.
Businesses qualifying for a grant under the Brexit Support Fund only have until 30 June 2021 to apply and may not succeed if the £20m fund runs out before the deadline.
A strategy recently adopted by the European Commission paves the way towards a greener trade policy, accompanied by a push for reform of global trading rules. It makes clear the EU’s determination to take a tougher approach towards enforcing trade agreements and dealing with unfair trade practices.
Small and medium-sized UK businesses needing support on customs duties and VAT will be able to apply to the SME Brexit Fund for a grant of up £2,000 to pay for professional advice or training, confirms HMRC.
ICAEW presents a series of webinars to help you find out more about the implications of Brexit for your business.
| Date | Webinar title | Accessibility and cost | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 April 2021 |
First Covid, then Brexit: what finance needs to know for successful adaptation in times of change |
No charge | Book now |
| 16 June 2021 |
Brexit 6 months in – how organisations have adapted |
No charge for ICAEW members, Community members and students | Book now |
The information in on-demand webinars reflects the understanding of ICAEW at the time of recording, but things may have changed since that time. You should consult the latest guidance alongside a viewing of these on-demand webinars.
| Date | Webinar title | Accessibility and cost | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 March 2021 |
Exporting and the rules of origin |
No charge | Watch now |
| 11 March 2021 |
Brexit impacts: Midlands Business Confidence Monitor event |
No charge | Watch now |
| 12 February 2021 |
Post-Brexit exporting: practical tales from the front |
No charge for ICAEW members | Watch now |
Our new collaboration with the Institute of Export and International Trade (IOE&IT) ensures ICAEW members have access to the latest support and guidance. Our Brexit hub features examples of the resources the IOE&IT have made available to our members. If you are interested in seeing more, we have negotiated an exclusive 10% discount of the IOE&IT membership fee by using the promo code ICAEW21.