Re-Export Controls Bill [HL]

Key Points

• Creates a licensing regime for re-exports of UK-origin military equipment and related goods.
• Defines the scope of what counts as a re-export for control purposes.
• Introduces offences for unauthorised re-exports or evading licensing and for providing false information.
• Gives enforcement powers to authorities to check compliance and seize goods where needed.
• Allows regulations to be updated to reflect international obligations and to set exemptions or transitional arrangements.

Progress

The Bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons after originating in the Lords. It will move to Committee Stage for detailed scrutiny, then to Report and Third Readings in the Commons, and finally return to the Lords for consideration, with amendments possible during passage.