U.K. Government Indefinitely Extends Use of CE Marking

The U.K. Department for Business and Trade (DBT) recently announced its intention to indefinitely extend the use of the CE (Conformité Européenne) marking for businesses, applying to 18 regulations — including lifts — owned by DBT. This comes as part of a wider package of smarter regulations designed to ease business burdens and help grow the economy by cutting barriers and red tape. Following extensive engagement with industry, British firms will be able to continue the use of the CE marking alongside UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA). The Business Secretary acted urgently on this issue to prevent a cliff-edge moment in December 2024 when UKCA was set for entry. This intervention will ensure businesses no longer face uncertainty over the regulations and can cut back on unnecessary costs, freeing them up to focus on innovation and growth. By extending CE marking use across the U.K., firms can focus their time and money on creating jobs and growing the economy. The extension will provide businesses with flexibility and choice to use either the UKCA or CE approach to sell products in Great Britain.