- The UK government has published draft regulations for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), set to start on 1 January 2027.
- CBAM will apply a charge to specified imported goods in the aluminium, cement, fertiliser, hydrogen, and iron and steel sectors, payable by importers.
- Importers must register with HMRC if their CBAM-related imports meet or exceed a £50,000 threshold.
- The first CBAM accounting period runs from 1 January to 31 December 2027, with returns and payments due by 31 May 2028.
- The government is consulting on the draft regulations, covering registration, tax returns, reimbursements, goods weight, and record keeping, with feedback due by 24 March 2026.
Source: icaew.com
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