GGF best placed for Brexit readiness

GGF best placed for Brexit readiness

Following the outcome of the recent General Election and with a Conservative Government and clear majority in parliament, it now looks likely that the UK will withdraw from the European Union next year.  

The Brexit date is currently set for 31 January 2020. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has already agreed on a deal with the EU, but the Brexit Bill still needs to go through Parliament, however with a Conservative majority, it is likely to be passed in parliament. The default position – if the Bill is not passed and MPs reject the Bill, the UK would leave without one.

The GGF has been in constant dialogue with the Government department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) on Brexit and its implications for the glass and glazing sector. In October the GGF gained funding from the Government to prepare for Brexit.

With this government grant, the GGF has produced an information brochure and a new section of the GGF website. In the coming weeks and months, the GGF will continue to update all Members and the industry on the changes as they happen.

You can currently read the potential impact and scenarios drawn up by GGF and industry experts in the GGF Brexit Hub.

The Brexit Hub contains information on legislation, policy, technical standards, import/export scenarios and latest news.
To find out more and to stay informed please visit https://www.ggf.org.uk/brexit-hub/