Change to the way warehousekeepers apply for authorisation and approval
24th March 2026
This is a notification from HMRC regarding a change to the way warehousekeepers apply for authorisation and approval from 1st April 2026.
This is a notification from HMRC regarding a change to the way warehousekeepers apply for authorisation and approval from 1st April 2026.
The BWA Members’ Forum 2026 brought members together on 20th March in London for a valuable day of discussion, insight and networking.
From 26 March 2026, the inclusion of a Trailer Reference Number (TRN) on a GMR will be mandatory if the movement has a trailer.
The UK government has highlighted progress from its Green Distilleries Competition, a funding initiative designed to help decarbonise the spirits industry and accelerate the transition to net zero.
HMRC are pleased to confirm that the latest version of the Get customs data for Import and export declarations was released on the 9 March 2026.
An update from HMRC for members moving goods between Great Britain or Rest of World, and Northern Ireland.
The UK Government is introducing Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme from 1 October 2026, with applications for approval opening from 1 April 2026. VPD and VDS are part of the government’s Plan for Change to create a smoke-free generation and tackle youth vaping. To support impacted businesses in their preparation, we’re hosting a webinar to give you more information about VPD and VDS.
The Bonded Warehousekeepers Association (BWA) proudly celebrated the achievements of its latest students completing the Level 3 Certificate in Excise Practices and Procedures, recognising their commitment to professional development within the excise and bonded warehousing sector.
An update from HMRC on the removal of WOWGR Functionality and associated validation.
An update from HMRC on the removal of WOWGR Functionality and associated validation.
An update from HMRC on action that Excise Businesses & Software Developers need to take re: ATWD Warrants concerning Registered Owners.
An update on the availability of the Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme.
Any update on some scheduled maintenance due to take place on the GVMS.
An update regarding planned maintenance on the Customs Declaration Service.
Today (12th February 2026), the government has published the draft secondary legislation for technical consultation, alongside supporting notices which have force of law. This technical consultation seeks to ensure that the primary legislation delivers the policy correctly and effectively. It is not a further consultation on the policy design.
Cavan Fabris, Partner and Head of Data & Cyber at RPC, will be a speaker at the BWA Members’ Forum 2026.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding manufacturers, importers, and warehousekeepers involved with vaping products to prepare for registration for Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme from 1 April 2026.
The UK Government has updated the official Alcohol Duty rates, effective from 1st February 2026.