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Post-Brexit: Van Drivers in UK Need New Operating Licences To Enter EU

Drivers will be required to secure a standard international goods vehicle operator licence to transport goods back and forth from the UK to the EU.  The new law applies to the European Union, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland and will come into effect from 21 May  2022. According to the government website, this will apply to…
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UK Living With Covid: Free Testing and Passenger Locator Form To End

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled his Living With Covid plan on 21 February which included scrapping self-isolation requirements. The Prime Minister announced plans to end free testing for the general public from 1 April, saying it was time for people to “get our confidence back”. Those who test positive for Covid will no longer…
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UK Closes ‘Golden Visa’ Scheme

The UK closes its “golden visa” scheme that allows wealthy foreign nationals to settle in the country in exchange for bringing investment. The British government said on 17 February 2022 that it is scrapping so-called “golden visas” offering residency to wealthy foreign investors amid security concerns and renewed calls for the United Kingdom to review…
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Where Unvaccinated UK Holidaymakers Can Travel in the EU

Proof of vaccination status against Covid-19 has become a standard entry requirement for most countries across the world as part of ongoing restrictions. Many destinations are only allowing travellers who are double jabbed against coronavirus to enter, and it is expected that a booster dose could become a requirement in the future. More than 84%…
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UK Travel: Expect Delays At Heathrow Airport

Holiday plans in the coming week for thousands of British travellers could fall into disarray as a planned strike is expected to cause severe disruption and delays throughout Heathrow. Heathrow Airport will be under some added pressure in the coming weeks as baggage handlers and refuelling staff plan to go on strike. Travellers moving through…
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