The UK Export Licensing System
This course combines the key elements of the UK Export Licensing System into a practical session. By reviewing the UK strategic export control lists and the legislation surrounding financial sanctions, delegates will gain a comprehensive foundation of knowledge to support future learning and understand internal requirements.
Description
The key aim of this training session is to explain the responsibilities of a UK exporting company in ensuring compliance when exporting strategic items, including goods, software, and technology. It will provide an understanding of the roles of key government departments such as the Department for Business & Trade, the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU), the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) and His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and how businesses can obtain relevant information to adhere to the laws.
The session will outline the UK export licensing system, including what the online portal SPIRE (to be replaced by LITE) does and how companies can use it to access advice and checker tools and apply for and register for export licences. It will also demonstrate the steps to take to review embargoes and financial sanctions and keep up to date with changes.
In addition, the training will discuss four main areas for effectively controlling the use of licensing controls: obtaining clear information on where the items are going and why, recording technology transfers, managing overseas trips, and controlling the customs declarations for tangible exports.
Attendance on the Beginner’s Guide to Export Licensing Controls and/ or a general awareness of export licensing control regulations is expected before attending this full-day course.
Course Structure and Key Topics
The course runs from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, including regular breaks and a lunch break.
This course is designed to be highly interactive, with quizzes, activities, and Q&A sessions. We encourage delegates to actively engage with the course tutor throughout the day, fostering a dynamic learning environment where everyone's input is valued. This interactive approach ensures that you understand the course material and learn how to apply it in real-world scenarios.
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Understand the roles of the key government departments involved in issuing legislation, administering, and auditing export licensing and financial sanctions regulations.
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Focus on the type of UK export licences available and the end-use / end-user controls.
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Know how to register for SPIRE and utilise the service's checker tools and advisory opinions.
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Understand the importance of controlling export customs declarations and recording non-physical supplies of controlled items.
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Understand what company policies and procedures are required and be able to review them.
Who Should Consider this Course?
This interactive session is aimed at employees or people seeking employment in the export area of a business that is subject to export licensing controls or may be affected by financial sanctions.
It is suitable as an overview from a project/contract management perspective and supports anyone directly involved in the application and management of export licences. It is also relevant for supervisors or managers, or others affected by but not directly involved in the day-to-day activity, to provide a better understanding of the tasks and business compliance issues.
Testimonials
"I appreciate Steve's level of expertise, he has detailed knowledge both in theory and in practice, and what is the most important I can trust every piece of information he provides during the course. Will recommend." Tatiana, Nissan Motor Manufacturing (UK) 26/09/2024
"Steve went through everything methodically and in detail. Everything was explained clearly so I could understand. I am happy with the way the training went." 05/08/2024 Patrick - STFC 05/08/2024
"It has been very useful and the instructor provided a lot of information about expectations from the UK regulators on different topics." 23/05/2024
"It doesn't only cover "the topic" of the training, but it also runs through the basics of other training courses which means there's great overlap." Reliance Precision LTD 16/03/2023
Why the Strong & Herd Course is Unique
What distinguishes Strong & Herd training courses is our commitment to empowering participants to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, enabling them to take a proactive approach in their job roles. Our courses are led by industry experts with extensive practical experience in international trade, ensuring participants gain valuable insights and expertise.