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Update – UK and EU Tariffs on US Cruising Yachts
Posted on: 11/03/2022
The EU has lifted the 25% customs tariff on the import of US-origin yachts and boats into the EU with effect from 1...
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UK VAT on Yachts – Changes to Returned Goods Relief have become UK Law
Posted on: 24/02/2022
The CA announced in mid-December that the UK Government would make a positive change to the application of Returned Goods...
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Cruising Association hosts Brexit Webinar
Posted on: 26/01/2022
The Cruising Association hosted a Brexit Webinar for members on Saturday 22 January 2022, which is now published for...
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RATS Webinar - Tune in for the latest Brexit updates
Posted on: 11/01/2022
The CA’s Regulations and Technical Services group (RATS) continues to be at the forefront of lobbying on behalf of the...
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CA update on UK Government VAT rules for UK boat owners
Posted on: 15/12/2021
Following a meeting with HM Treasury (HMT) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Cruising Association (CA) is pleased to...
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The Cruising Association provides Guidance on new Ofcom VHF Radio Licence Compliance
Posted on: 29/10/2021
Boat owners in the United Kingdom holding a VHF radio licence must ensure compliance with the new licence conditions...
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CA Guidance on changes to use of Marine Diesel in Northern Ireland
Posted on: 28/09/2021
With effect from 1 October 2021, the UK Government has confirmed it will become illegal in Northern Ireland to refuel...
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RATS at the Southampton International Boat Show
Posted on: 03/09/2021
Come and visit experts from the CA’s Regulations and Technical group, otherwise known as 'RATS', at the Southampton Boat...
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Update – UK and EU Tariffs on US Cruising Yachts
Posted on: 18/07/2021
Both the UK and the EU continue to impose a 25% customs tariff on the import of US-origin yachts and boats into the EU...
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Red diesel update: delay for Northern Ireland
Posted on: 02/06/2021
HMRC has issued Excise Notice 554 which contains details about fuel used in private pleasure craft....
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