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Brexit a factor for UK online shoppers


CTSI is warning UK shoppers to be aware of changes caused by Brexit when buying online

Richard Young

Posted 26 November 2020 | JoTS Online


Content Tags:  Updates|Retail|National


UPDATES: Brexit uncertainty and pandemic-driven online shopping combine to create new risks for consumers buying from EU retailers ahead of Black Friday, with advice on avoiding unexpected costs and problems.

With COVID-19 restrictions closing much of the high street, this year's Black Friday and Cyber Monday, on Friday 27 and Monday 30 December respectively, are likely to cause a surge in online sales.

CTSI is warning that an uncertain outcome to the Brexit negotiations means that some EU-based sellers might not honour their commitments in the case of no-deal and that purchasing from UK-b...

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