Tag: Brexit

Silver hallmarks: how will they transition after Brexit?

Silver hallmarks: how will they transition after Brexit?

One implication of Brexit that is of interest to UK-based bagpipe manufacturers – as well as pipers with silver-mounted pipes – is how their silver will be recognised after January 1, 2021. From this date, the United Kingdom’s obligations to recognise the silver hallmarks from countries in the European Union […]

Ivory on your pipes? Get a free CITES certificate

Ivory on your pipes? Get a free CITES certificate

With the pipe band world hoping that 2021 will see a return to pipe band competitions and championships, pipers whose pipes contain ivory and who plan to travel to the United Kingdom can apply now for a free Musical Instrument Certificate (MIC). For some time now pipers, and other musicians […]

Call for post-Brexit ‘passport’ for musicians

Call for post-Brexit ‘passport’ for musicians

Musicians from Great Britain’s traditional/folk music world are seeking clarity and guidance on what the requirements will be for gigging and working in the European Union (EU) after the Brexit transition period ends on December 31, 2020. Most musicians and performers rely on touring and performing in the European Union […]