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Develop future border cost recovery mechanisms collaboratively with industry to rebuild trust.
Recommendation
Border control posts recover costs whilst operating as the least-cost, high-efficiency solution for border checks. Industry trust in the Common User Charge has been undermined by a perceived lack of transparency in cost recovery processes and concerns over the widespread use of auto-clearance. Many stakeholders feel they are not receiving value for money. It is vital that future cost recovery mechanisms are developed collaboratively with industry. (Recommendation, Paragraph 29)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 19 November 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.
Source
Inquiry
Biosecurity and animal welfare
Report
4th Report - UK-EU trade: towards a resilient border strategy
15 Sep 2025
HC 1279
Addressee Bodies
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Timeline
Recommendation age
1.0 yr
Report published
15 Sep 2025