We have just been advised there are current outage issues in relation to the creation of the ( Goods movement reference) GMR through the GVMS system.

Because of this HMRC are allowing alternate evidence to be presented at the border to allow crossings.

We have been advised by HMRC they are allowing the following documents to be presented at the border crossings to allow the continual flow of goods and thus preventing the delay in the non-boarding of freight.

The list we have been provided is as follows :

Transit Accompanying Document (TAD) (If unable to create a TAD, then photocopies or digital copies of copy 4 of the SAD should be carried)

Movement Reference Number (MRN)

Entry Reference Number (ERN)

Declaration Unique Consignment Reference (DUCR)

Postal Operators moving goods between GB and the EU will not be able to provide MRNs so alternative documentation can be accepted. Similarly, confirmation that consignments which qualify for the waiver that applies to parcels moving from GB into NI can also be accepted

Hauliers with empty vehicles can provide their GB EORI number

If you are able to provide your carrier with a GMR as usual then please continue to do.

Service availability can be found on the GOV link here : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/register-for-the-goods-vehicle-movement-service-service-availability-and-issues/register-for-the-goods-vehicle-movement-service-service-availability-and-issues