PLASA Chair
The uncertainty and lack of clear decision on how the UK will leave the European Union and on what terms has the potential to be more damaging than Brexit itself.
The UK entertainment industry operates across borders at many levels – rental companies, manufacturers, distributors and individuals all have the potential to be affected.
PLASA has complied these resources to help you prepare whatever the outcome. Furthermore, you can watch the videos from our Brexit forums which we co-hosted with the Music Industries Association.
The official government Brexit helpline: 0300 2000 900
Available Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm for free advice and guidance.
Preparing to leave the EU
Use this tool to find out what you and your business may need to do to prepare for Brexit.
www.gov.uk/business-uk-leaving-eu
Detailed Brexit guidance
Detailed information covering a wide range of topics.
www.gov.uk/prepare-eu-exit/all
British Chamber of Commerce checklist
A useful checklist to help you consider the changes that Brexit may bring to your business.
www.britishchambers.org.uk/media/get/Business%20Brexit%20Checklist.pdf
How to prepare if the UK leaves the EU with no deal
Government official guidance on how to prepare for Brexit if there’s no deal.
www.gov.uk/government/collections/how-to-prepare-if-the-uk-leaves-the-eu-with-no-deal
Driving in the EU after Brexit
Check what you need to do to drive while visiting the EU if there’s a no deal Brexit.
www.gov.uk/guidance/driving-in-the-eu-after-brexit
Advice for businesses trading with the EU
HMRC letters to VAT-registered businesses trading with the EU explaining how to prepare for changes to customs, excise and VAT.
www.gov.uk/government/publications/no-deal-brexit-advice-for-businesses-only-trading-with-the-eu
Employer Bulletin: Brexit edition
The latest Brexit updates for employers and agents.
www.gov.uk/government/publications/employer-bulletin-brexit-edition
European Commission
Notices from European Commission departments on how Brexit would change law and policy in their areas of work.
ec.europa.eu/info/brexit/brexit-preparedness/preparedness-notices_en
Trade tariffs on musical instruments
Look up commodity codes, duty and VAT rates.
www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/chapters/92?currency=EUR&day=11&month=9&year=2019
International haulage
What UK goods vehicle operators need to do to carry out international road haulage if there’s a no-deal Brexit.
www.gov.uk/guidance/carry-out-international-road-haulage-after-brexit
Touring Europe if there’s no Brexit deal
Advice for arts, cultural, creative, heritage and sports organisations on touring Europe after a no Brexit deal.
www.gov.uk/guidance/touring-europe-if-theres-no-brexit-deal
Preparing for no deal Brexit if you work in arts, culture or heritage
A 10 point checklist to understand what you need to do to prepare for no deal Brexit.
www.gov.uk/guidance/preparing-for-no-deal-brexit-if-you-work-in-arts-culture-or-heritage
Preparing for no deal Brexit if you work in tourism
A 10 point checklist to understand what you need to do to prepare for no deal Brexit.
www.gov.uk/guidance/preparing-for-no-deal-brexit-if-you-work-in-tourism
VAT for businesses if there’s no Brexit deal
Explore next steps for VAT in the event of a no deal.
www.gov.uk/government/publications/vat-for-businesses-if-theres-no-brexit-deal/vat-for-businesses-if-theres-no-brexit-deal–2
Help and support for traders getting ready for Brexit
Watch webinars and videos about trading with the EU after Brexit.
www.gov.uk/guidance/help-and-support-for-traders-if-the-uk-leaves-the-eu-with-no-deal
The following resources have been prepared by reputable organisations* which may be useful to you:
* PLASA cannot verify or be held responsible for any information provided and recommend checking with official government sources if uncertain.
UK Music
UK Music have complied comprehensive advice for those in the music industry to prepare in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
www.ukmusic.org/policy/brexit/uk-music-guidance-in-the-event-of-a-no-deal-brexit/
Musicians Union
Their five key issues are protecting working musicians’ right to travel, copyright protection, workers’ rights, the rights of EU citizens in the UK, and arts funding.
www.musiciansunion.org.uk/Home/Campaign/Brexit
HMRC five-step guide to Brexit
HMRC has put together a simple, easy-to-follow five-step guide to trade with the EU after a no-deal Brexit.
www.accountingweb.co.uk/business/finance-strategy/hmrc-publishes-five-step-guide-to-brexit-but-what-comes-next
PRS for Music
PRS for Music have written about the mitigation measures in place to ensure that they can continue to operate effectively post-Brexit.
www.prsformusic.com/search?query=brexit&__ncforminfo=e4fiL0a2P0cOW2PITbw-SUTBac4gKMwiF6ZibCzV5Jyk-GYpwWTbYLCX31qqig6SPZ4zrTC1JdY7lAQDHkBoTanUmDIzutHF
National Federation of Self Employed & Small Businesses
The FSB has compiled Brexit guidance for small businesses, including a handy breakdown on exports, staff and data.
www.fsb.org.uk/standing-up-for-you/brexit-home/brexit-hub
Briffa business strategists
A full breakdown on your IP rights.
www.briffa.com/blog/brexit-breakdown-of-your-ip-rights
Institute of Export government funded training
Get up to £2,250 per employee for training in customs declarations as well as recognised international trade qualifications.
www.export.org.uk/page/CustomsGrants
Grants for business which complete customs declarations
You can apply for grants to help your business complete customs declarations and to fund training in this area.
www.gov.uk/guidance/grants-for-businesses-that-complete-customs-declarations
While only Parliament can provide the answers, if you seek further advice get in touch with the PLASA team via info@plasa.org or by calling +44 (0)1323 524 120 and they will guide you to sources of external information or put you in touch with other members who can share their experience.