Free Zone and White Paper Analysis

The aim of the study is to develop a Free Zone White Paper for subsequent consideration by HM Treasury in March 2019. The White Paper will be presented to HM Treasury, by the Metro Mayor of Tees Valley, Ben Houchen. The preparation of a Free Zone White Paper may require the following activities: • Identification of a long list and short list of free zone (trade and regulatory) scenarios. These should be based on international best practice; • A short list of possible options and associated implementation models...