Brexit headache for horse businesses but hope for better times ahead *H&H Plus*
British equestrian businesses have had to deal with a variety of extra issues since the end of the Brexit transition period. H&H speaks to traders and their association to find out more
DWJEDF shopping online RED tape is causing a headache for British equestrian businesses and customers negotiating the post-Brexit landscape, while hopes abound the situation will improve before long.
Traders have told H&H that on the whole business has been strong in the equestrian sector despite the challenges Covid and Brexit have posed, but new paperwork, taxes and confusion surrounding Britain’s trade deal with the EU are causing trouble.
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The group leading racing’s Brexit preparations has advised the industry not to move horses to and from the EU ‘unless
Leading figures are working to ensure seamless international travel for horses after Brexit, warning the cost could run to billions if this is not secured.
A step forward has been taken to help secure the seamless travel of horses between Britain and EU member states
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A ‘digital passport’ for horses has been put forward as a solution to help smooth cross-border travel continue for competition,
Leading figures are working to ensure seamless international travel for horses after Brexit, warning the cost could run to billions if this is not secured.
The guidance will apply in the event of a no-deal Brexit
