it seems a little OTT to blame the current PM for import duty and VAT, I think you'll find both were in place before he arrived on the scene. If I were you I'd avoid making statements like the last one - it is illegal to import an item and not declare it or pay duty on it, probably best not to advertise this as a plan!
To clarify the whole import situation, if you buy something directly from an overseas seller (buying a camera from the US or HK) then you are classed as the importer and are obliged to declare this and pay duty and VAT on it. I know many people don't both declaring but if you get caught then the have the right to seize the items, as well as charging you.
