United Kingdom & European Union Steel Measures | What you need to know

Overview

This tutorial explains the new steel import controls being introduced by the United Kingdom (UK) and European Union (EU) from 1 July 2026, and what they mean for your business. 

Through this tutorial, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how the new rules work, including tariff free quotas, additional tariffs and new EU requirements.

Learning objectives and benefits for businesses

Through this tutorial, participants will learn:

• What is changing in UK and EU steel import rules
• How new tariff-free quotas and 50% tariffs will be applied
• What the EU’s new traceability requirements mean in practice
• How the Windsor Framework affects steel movements into Northern Ireland
• The potential impact on costs, suppliers and supply chains

This tutorial is designed for Northern Ireland businesses that import steel directly or use steel in manufacturing or production.

Key speakers

The tutorial features contributions from Alastair James, Head of Market Access at Invest Northern Ireland, Jonathan Walsh, Director at Fortior Insight and Clive Stewart, Supply Chain Resilience and Development Solutions Manager at Invest Northern Ireland

Disclaimer: This tutorial is a recording of a live webinar delivered by Invest Northern Ireland. The information presented in this webinar was factually correct when delivered on Tuesday 23 June 2026 and is subject to change.

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