Common user charge “threatens to cripple” fresh produce SMEs

The FPC has hit out at the government for introducing new charges on imports that “threaten to cripple” SMEs in the fresh produce and plant sectors.

The common user charge (CUC) is set to add millions in extra costs to the industry, while unnecessarily driving up fruit and vegetable prices, the industry body warned.

The CUC is being introduced as part of post-Brexit

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