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The UK's regulatory framework for strategic export controls and the circumstances where you might need an export licence.
Guide to licensing procedure and other restrictions for export of controlled dual-use items, software and technology, goods for torture and radioactive sources.
When military end-use export controls apply and to which destinations.
Export controls applying to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related activities – transfer of technology and provision of technical support
The Cabinet Office spend controls help organisations to reduce unnecessary spend and encourage cross-government collaboration.
Find out which radioactive sources you need a licence to export and how to apply for one.
How end-use controls apply to weapons of mass destruction (WMD) related goods, software, technology and technical assistance.
Goods that are controlled and how to get licences for them, the UK Strategic Export Control Lists, dealing with the Export Control Organisation (ECO).
How to import goods under national or UN-level import controls. This includes weapons, sanctioned goods, or goods that could be used for torture.
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