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Our Customs SIG provides members with essential updates, policy insights, and a platform to collaborate on the challenges and opportunities shaping the customs landscape.

The upcoming meeting will feature Anna Doherty, Senior Trade and Customs Specialist, delivering an expert-led presentation and discussing: 

  • The impact of the removal of the safety and security waiver.
  • The transition to the final state rules of NCTS5.

They will also facilitate an open discussion, inviting members to share their experiences and challenges, such as navigating the implementation of the Customs Declaration Service (CDS). This interactive session aims to identify key areas for improvement and innovation within the sector.

Discussion points: 

Q1 - Have you seen any impact of safety and security waiver removal on your imports from the EU? Have you had any consignment delays or seen increased costs for your movements and/or declarations? 

Q2 - What would you say are the biggest challenges your business faces relating to customs both at the border and post-clearance? 

When: 10am-10:45am GMT, Wednesday 26th February 2025

Where: Microsoft Teams | Interactive event

Welcome and Opening Remarks
Delivered by the Head of Membership Sophie Tothill.

Presentation
Insights and updates from Matt Vick & Anna Doherty.

Breakout Discussions
Group conversations followed by facilitated feedback.

Closing Remarks
Summary and next steps.

Meet the team

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Sophie has built a successful career within international professional membership bodies and senior roles in the public sector. With experience at ICAEW and CIPD, she has a proven ability to drive membership growth and engagement through strong value propositions and strategic relationships. A former HR professional and Police Officer, Sophie is a passionate advocate for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) and is committed to advancing organisational success through strategic leadership and collaboration.

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Peter is the sector lead for Logistics, Freight Forwarders, and Customs Brokers. He has a pivotal role in building new business relationships as well as managing our existing customers and developing initiatives that support the professional growth of our customers in export and international trade.

I am excited to continue contributing to the Chartered Institute's mission of supporting and advancing the interests of exporters and international trade, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic global economy.

 

Matt Vick

Matt Vick handles the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade delivery of public training courses, customs and SPS consultancy, and tutor for individuals at Level 3.

He has extensive international trade experience, stemming from a background in freight forwarding & customs services, culminating in special recognition at the British International Freight Association Awards in 2022.

He was a team leader at Good Logistics for the Brexit taskforce & customs Team, later moving on to the deep sea forwarding department.

Anna Doherty

A qualified and accredited customs professional, Anna is a leading international trade and customs specialist and commentator, having worked as a practitioner before joining the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade in April 2023.

She represents the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade at industry and government forums while advising public and private sector clients on trade compliance and customs facilitations.

A regular speaker at UK and European events and at government working groups, Anna is industry chair of HMRC’s Joint Customs Consultative Committee, its forum for consulting with key trade stakeholders on customs procedures and regulations.

With expertise in interpreting UK and EU regulations and their impact on business, Anna’s current focus is on the UK’s Border Target Operating Model, the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) as well as EU customs reform.

Before joining the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, Anna was customs lead at a major UK manufacturing retailer, developing its customs compliance policy and processes for post-Brexit trading.