The new UKCA mark was set to replace CE marking in December 2024, but this is no longer the case. This intervention was to "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," according to the DBT.

The extension will provide businesses with flexibility and choice to use either the UKCA or CE approach to sell products in Great Britain.

Business Minister Kevin Hollinrake said: "The government is tackling red tape, cutting burdens for business, and creating certainty for firms – we have listened to industry, and we are taking action to deliver.

"By extending CE marking use across the UK, firms can focus their time and money on creating jobs and growing the economy."

Tina McKenzie, Policy Chair of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) said: "It’s welcome to see the continued recognition of CE marked products. This will allow time for small firms to adjust to the UKCA marking system and focus on growing their business both at home and overseas."

Stephen Phipson, CEO of Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation said: "This is a pragmatic and common sense decision that manufacturers will very much welcome and support. This announcement will help safeguard the competitiveness of manufacturers and aid the UK as a destination for investment.

"It should bring more confidence about doing business in the UK and recognises the need to work with the reality of doing business. Make UK has worked extensively with UK Government pushing hard for this decision and we are pleased the ongoing engagement has delivered this positive outcome."