UK speeds up cheap imports crackdown
The UK is accelerating action on low-value imports and consulting on tougher VAT rules for online marketplaces.
26 June 2026
26 June 2026
The UK is accelerating action on low-value imports and consulting on tougher VAT rules for online marketplaces.
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