Leaked emails reveal companies explored shipping via Belgium to the UK to circumvent LVCR removal

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Leaked emails reveal companies explored shipping via Belgium to the UK to circumvent LVCR removal

Salman Shaheen
December 12 2012
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Companies explored a new route through Belgium to circumvent the UK's removal of low value consignment relief (LVCR) on Channel Islands mail order in April 2012, evidence has emerged. Jersey Post denies involvement, but retailers opposed to the scheme believe the option is still being looked at.

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