As of yesterday (December 1 2008), the EU has put out new duty free regulations,  permitting travellers outside the EU to bring in up to £300 worth of goods, duty-free.  This doubles the old allowance of £145 since 1994.

The rules apply not only to non-EU states, but also to territories where EU rules on VAT and excise don’t apply, such as the Canary Islands and the Channel Islands.

We have assembled the ‘hit list’ for eligible items from various sources such as Which?, The Irish Times, and HM Revenue and Customs for your viewing pleasure:

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