WSTA TRADE 21 – VI-1 Mythbuster
This document has been produced to address critical issues with the UK Government’s intention to introduce import documentation (VI-1 forms) for wine imported into the UK from the EU from […]
WSTA TRADE 21 – Removing Unnecessary Regulation
Clearly defined EU product standards and labelling rules protect consumers and producers alike. For example, EU rules on the definitions of gin, distilled gin and London gin protect both consumers […]
WSTA TRADE 21 – Wine Import Certificates
Wine is the only category of alcoholic drink that currently requires an import certificate when entering the EU (and UK) from third countries. EU rules also require wine coming into […]
WSTA TRADE 21 – Joining the World Wine Trade Group
The UK is a hub for the world wine trade: the world’s second largest importer of wine (by both volume and value) and wine is the UK’s 5th most valuable […]
Brexit movement of Goods: Glossary of terms
This document has been produced by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association to help businesses navigate the changes that will need to take place to customs processes in the event […]
Planning for a No Deal EU Exit: The wine and spirit industry’s response
Ensuring that UK wine and spirit businesses are prepared for and that Government understands the consequences for those businesses of exiting the European Union is the most important and prolific […]
Brexit Policy Paper: The road ahead for the wine and spirit industry
It is not hyperbole to describe the UK’s decision to leave the European Union as probably the most significant geo-political event in Europe since the break-up of the former Soviet […]