Revenue urges businesses to start preparing for new post-Brexit checks

Tom Talbot, head of the Revenue’s customs operations at Dublin Port, said the best way to avoid additional delays to exports is for businesses to start preparing now

April 1 will mark the end of a three-month grace period, meaning health certificates will then be needed for all products of animal origin, as well as regulated plants and related products. File Picture: Niall Carson/PA

Businesses have been urged to start preparing for additional post-Brexit checks that are coming into force at the end of the month.

April 1 will mark the end of a three-month grace period, meaning health certificates will then be needed for all products of animal origin, as well as regulated plants and related products.