UK Export Controls: The Export Control Order 2008 and Strategic Export Licensing

Introduction

The UK's export control framework is built around the ExportControl Order 2008 (ECO), which governs the export of military, dual-use, andother controlled goods from the United Kingdom. The Export Control Joint Unit(ECJU) is responsible for processing licence applications and providingguidance to exporters. Post-Brexit, the UK has maintained broad alignment withits previous EU obligations while developing its own independent approach incertain areas. This course provides a comprehensive guide to UK exportcontrols, covering the ECO, the UK's strategic export licensing framework, andthe practical compliance requirements for UK exporters.

Who ThisCourse Is For

This course is designed for export compliance professionals,legal teams, and operations managers at UK-based manufacturers, traders, andlogistics providers dealing in controlled goods. It is also relevant to non-UKcompanies exporting to or through the UK.

WhatYou'll Learn

•      The structure of the Export Control Order 2008 and itsschedules

•      The UK Military List, UK Dual-Use List, and othercontrolled goods

•      The ECJU: its role, powers, and guidance

•      Licence types: Standard Individual, Open Individual,and Open General Export Licences (OGELs)

•      How to apply for a strategic export licence using SPIRE

•      End-use undertakings and post-shipment obligations

•      Enforcement: HMRC powers and criminal penalties

CourseStructure

Format: Live onlinesession with Q&A, also available as on-demand recording

Duration: 2 hours

Level: Intermediate

Assessment: Noformal assessment — attendance certificate issued on completion

Technical Requirements

This course is compatible with most operating systems andmodern web browsers. Live sessions are delivered via video conferencing.On-demand recordings are accessible via the course platform. A stable internetconnection is recommended. If you experience access issues, please contact yourorganisation's IT department or the course provider.

Course Content

1. The UK Export ControlFramework

•      The Export Control Order 2008: structure and scope

•      Post-Brexit alignment: UK and EU lists divergence

•      The ECJU and its role in licensing and guidance

•      Relationship with HMRC for customs and enforcement

2. Controlled Goods andClassification

•      The UK Military List: Schedule 2 to the ECO

•      The UK Dual-Use List: retained EU list with UKamendments

•      Other controlled goods: radioactive materials andprecursor chemicals

•      Classification methodology: self-assessment and ECJclassification requests

3. Licence Types andApplications

•      Standard Individual Export Licences (SIELs):application and process

•      Open Individual Export Licences (OIELs): broaderauthorisations

•      Open General Export Licences (OGELs): how to registerand use them

•      Applying through SPIRE: tips for efficient applications

4. End-Use and End-UserObligations

•      End-use undertakings and end-user statements

•      Post-shipment verification

•      Catch-all controls: WMD and military end-use

•      Red flags and the obligation not to proceed

5. Enforcement and Compliance

•      HMRC's enforcement role: investigations andprosecutions

•      Criminal penalties under the Export Control Act 2002

•      Voluntary disclosure to the ECJU

•      Building an export compliance programme for the UKmarket

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