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The Export Control Joint Unit's (ECJU's) updates on legislative changes to export controls.
Use a global project licence to simplify the export of military goods and technology classed as collaborative defence projects.
Export controls applying to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related activities – transfer of technology and provision of technical support
This General Licence permits the direct or indirect provision of legal advisory services concerning Russia.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has concluded a compound settlement with UK exporter.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) settlement from UK exporter for breaches relating to the UK export controls.
Licence allowing certain historic military goods to be exported from the UK to permitted destinations.
Licence for the export of vintage military vehicles and artillery pieces to EU countries.
Guidance for exporters about what to expect from an audit conducted by the export control joint unit.
Exemptions from export and trade control licences for controlled military goods owned by the Crown.
Licence allowing the export of specific goods that have relaxed controls.
Licence for the export or transfer of military goods or technology under the US-UK Defence Trade Co-operation Treaty from the UK to the US.
New trade sanctions on Russia entered into force on 24 April 2025.
Guidance updated to clarify which licences require returns and what information exporters must provide.
Licence for the export of certain dual-use items to Argentina, Iceland, Croatia, Republic of Korea, South Africa and Turkey.
Licence for the export of certain specified dual-use telecommunications items.
Guinea-Bissau is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Overview about agreements, conventions and treaties which impact on the UK's strategic export control policy and legislation.
Licence providing export licensing coverage for maritime anti-piracy services in the ‘high risk area’.
Advice on how military and dual-use technology is defined for export controls.
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