Forthcoming Event

Rules of Origin & Tariffs

17/02/2027

Event Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Event Theme: International Trade

Price: Member Rate: £75.00 +VAT | Non Member Rate: £150.00 +VAT

Event Location:

Surrey Chambers of Commerce
Block E, Dukes Court
Duke Street
Woking
Surrey
GU21 5BH


Rules of Origin, Tariffs & Trading Conditions in 2027

The global trading environment facing UK businesses is more complex and politically sensitive than ever. In 2027, UK SMEs will be dealing with:

  • Post-Brexit trade arrangements that continue to evolve
  • Increased use of tariffs, trade remedies and sanctions
  • Political instability affecting supply chains and costs
  • Greater scrutiny of origin, documentation and compliance
  • Rising pressure on margins from inflation and logistics costs
Many SMEs assume Free Trade Agreements automatically remove tariffs — only to face unexpected charges, delays and customer disputes.

This intensive half-day course is designed to provide UK exporters and importers with a foundational understanding of Rules of Origin and how these rules impact the utilisation of Free Trade Agreements.



What the Course Covers:
 
  • Rules of Origin and why they are a major risk area
  • How UK Free Trade Agreements work in practice
  • Which UK FTAs are most relevant to SMEs
  • How tariffs are applied and calculated
  • Why “zero tariff” is not automatic
  • The commercial impact of incorrect tariff assumptions
  • Political and economic issues likely to affect trade in 2027
  • Practical steps to build trade resilience into pricing and contracts

What Delegates Will Gain:
 
  • Understand the basic principles and importance of Rules of Origin
  • Learn how to determine the origin of goods
  • Reduced risk of unexpected duty charges
  • Greater confidence in pricing and contracts
  • Improved discussions with customers and suppliers
  • Increased resilience to political and economic trade shocks
     

Who Should Attend:
 
  • Business owners and directors
  • Export and import managers
  • Finance, procurement and commercial teams
  • Logistics, supply chain and operations staff
  • No prior trade or customs expertise required.

Course Details:
 
  • Duration: Half day (morning 3 hours)
  • Format: In-person
  • Materials: Full course handbook & practical checklists

Instructor:

Linda Bazant LLB (Hons) Barrister and Member of The Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade.



Understand the rules. Protect your margins. Trade with confidence.



MEMBER DISCOUNT: Book one attendee, get 50% off second attendee!

To book under this discount, please email export@surrey-chambers.co.uk.

Exclusively available to members of Surrey Chambers. Discount applies to second attendee from the same company only. Subsequent bookings are at normal member rate.

 

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