Border control

Under the European Union laws governing imports, distributors could be held liable if they supply dangerous or defective products. Martin Friel explains how brokers can help firms recognise the risks and safeguard their future

From holidays and furniture to insurance and advice, it seems that people are determined to get what they want at the price they want. This obviously brings particular pressures to bear for UK companies, especially for the manufacturing and distribution sectors. The nature of the global economy has made it possible for UK companies to import consumer products from countries where labour and material costs are significantly lower - and where one or a handful of companies go, others must follow to