Government publishes Q&A clarifying freeports policy and bidding process

Published on: 20 January 2021

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The government has published a Q&A clarifying a number of aspects of the freeports policy and bidding process. The bidding process seeks to establish at least seven new freeports in England, with the new freeports policy including a new customs model, built on the UK’s current customs arrangements while taking inspiration from international best practice.

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