Supporting International Businesses

Essential import and export support for today’s global marketplace.

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Accredited Learning Pathways

Drive Compliance with Confidence

Today’s learning. Tomorrow’s capability.


Strong & Herd’s accredited Learning Pathways are designed for professionals who want more than just theory. Our focus is on practical application, helping you build knowledge you can actually use, and that’s where we make a difference.

Strong & Herd™ LLP work to support and upskill businesses in the areas of export, import and customs procedures. As well as providing practical training we are an outsource helpline function to numerous companies who need support with customs compliance requirements and to import or export goods.

We help produce key import and export guides and magazines as well as running a practical helpline with regular updates to clients. To achieve this we have access to numerous websites and first-hand updates from the regulators including HMRC.

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by Gail Leeson 10 September 2026
The de minimis duty-free rule for goods valued under €150 has been removed for certain low-value imports into the EU. From 1 July 2026, it has been replaced by a temporary €3 Customs duty per line item, particularly for goods falling within the EU distance sale rules.
by Gail Leeson 10 September 2026
Vaping Products Duty will apply to all vaping liquids manufactured in or imported into the UK. The duty will apply regardless of the product’s nicotine content.
by Niamh O'Connor 1 September 2026
After 31 Years in International Trade, Strong & Herd Founder Sandra Strong MBE Announces Retirement and Leadership Succession.