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UK government publishes no-deal Brexit guidance for tech companies

The U.K. government on Oct. 2 published guidance for digital, technology and computer services companies on how to prepare for a no-deal Brexit ahead of the Oct. 31 deadline for the country to leave the European Union.

No-deal would mean the U.K. would not have a customs agreement with the EU on exit. The guidance focuses on how companies can ensure they remain compliant with national and EU legislation in the areas of workers' rights, data processing, the import of hardware, goods labeling and others.

For example, employers and employees will need to check whether they will need visas or permits to enter or work in the EU. Employees should check whether they need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme for settled and pre-settled status to continue to have the right to live in the U.K.

Tech companies should check whether they receive personal data from the EU and review contracts to ensure they can continue to do so legally. Large U.K.-based online businesses providing digital services in the EU are advised to appoint a representative in the EU to help meet online security standards.

Companies must check they can import hardware into the U.K. from the EU. The government issued separate guidance on this, which includes checking the rate of tax and duty and whether companies need a license or certificate for the type of goods being imported.

TechUK, a nonprofit organization representing the U.K.'s tech industry, said recently that the largest tech companies were prepared for a no-deal Brexit, while smaller companies had typically done less preparation. Its members include Alphabet Inc.'s Google LLC and Facebook Inc.