"Archaic” computer systems mean it is easier and cheaper for UK companies to ship to Europe than it is to send goods here, hauliers say. Eoin Gavin, of Eoin Gavin Transport Ltd, said Revenue is adding “five or six” unnecessary administrative steps into the customs process. “It’s just absolutely archaic,” Mr Gavin told the Irish Independent. That requires extra staff, time and money, he said – which British companies exporting into France or the Netherlands don’t face. It’s how you manage the flow of information,” said Mr Gavin.

Source: Irish Independent February 11, 2021 02:37 UTC