Northern Ireland, Windsor Framework and the upcoming changes

The Windsor Framework replaced the earlier version of the agreement between the UK and the EU on Northern Ireland, the Protocol. Despite being in force for over a year, the changes under the Windsor Framework will continue to be gradually introduced into 2025.

The agreement provides a unique customs solution based on two categories of goods: “at risk” and “not at risk”. This complex solution still poses a number of practical challenges for companies attempting to operate between Great Britain, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The issues around implementation of the Framework have not been fully addressed.

On 30 September 2024, a new set of arrangements for the movement of parcels under the Windsor Framework will be introduced. With the full guidance and information about this scheme not being available until the very last minute, it has been difficult for the private sector to prepare. As with previous changes introduced under the Framework, the level of awareness of the upcoming changes is also quite low. 

In this webinar recording, the speakers discuss the topics:

• Brief overview of the customs arrangements under the Windsor Framework
  
• Challenges with the implementation of the Framework: key issues for businesses
• Compliance and awareness levels
• The UK Carrier Scheme

Please find the slides in the resources section.