SCOTLAND'S FARMING union has launched a dedicated webpage to prepare its members for the changes their businesses could face with Brexit.

With the UK officially departing the EU from December 31, 2020 and the terms of future trade with EU and non-EU countries unknown, NFU Scotland is striving to prepare its farming and crofting members for any eventuality.

The 'Brexit Preparedness' pages provide step-by-step signposting for members to consider, starting with key questions to ask yourself; links to specialist UK Government guidance; who to speak to (suppliers, staff, agencies); and where to find further tailored guidance.

NFU Scotland President Andrew McCornick said: “As we get closer and closer to the end of the transition period, I would urge all NFU Scotland members to look at their business and begin planning for any eventuality. With the negotiations on the future relationship between the UK and the EU still underway and at a critical stage, it is important that we are prepared for any possible outcome.

“Despite the uncertainty of what January 1 2021 will look like for UK businesses, the team at NFUS have produced a comprehensive guide for our members to help them to prepare their businesses properly in the meantime." he continued.

“Don’t forget that NFU Scotland is here for you – if you have a question about a specific aspect of how to prepare your business that has not been addressed in our advice pages, then our dedicated team can signpost you to the answer. Change is coming – please keep us informed of your views, and the tools you need to prepare for change,” he urged.

Those looking to access the Brexit Preparedness webpage can click HERE