CECE engages in UK regulatory discussions
The UK Cabinet is actively engaged in discussions regarding regulations and their impact on both the UK and the EU. As part of this initiative, the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has been holding a series of roundtables with stakeholders from a wide range of sectors, with the aim of receiving feedback from companies trading with the UK, with a particular focus on Goods Regulation (TCA) and the Windsor framework concerning technical barriers to trade in Northern Ireland.
CECE actively participated in a round of these roundtables, which took place in Brussels on 13th June 2023. The session provided an opportunity for CECE to contribute valuable observations and insights on various issues that are of concern to the construction equipment industry.
One key aspect highlighted by CECE was the importance of achieving full alignment between the UK model and EU regulations. CECE stressed the need to avoid the introduction of new requirements and ensure a harmonized approach. CECE as well as the other stakeholders present highlighted the need for the UK to improve its provision of guidance and information for economic operators as well as the importance of establishing a more structured approach to the creation and publication of legislation. Manufacturers require a transparent process, similar to the way the EU initiates the production of new legislation, with clearly outlined stages for engagement and expected timelines for these processes. Importers have been key points of discussion, with stakeholders highlighting the increased workload faced by manufacturers involved in cross-border transactions. EU-based manufacturers also emphasized the need for clearer guidance on timing, compliance, and the impact of uncertainty on the UK market. Advocating for providing businesses with sufficient time for manufacturing and adjusting to new requirements is critical. The timing of regulatory changes must be carefully considered. During the discussions, stakeholders shared their experiences with labeling and relabeling products in the EU, emphasizing some of the complexity of their products. Potential alternatives such as e-labeling for comprehensive product information were proposed.
CECE remains actively engaged in these discussions, advocating for harmonization, clarity, and a streamlined regulatory framework to support the construction equipment industry and facilitate trade between the UK and the EU.
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