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Expert Insight: Martin Drew Speaking at Explore Export Wales 2026!
We are thrilled to announce that Martin Drew, founder of British Export Control, will be speaking at the upcoming Explore Export Wales 2026 conferences. With a background in counter-proliferation and deep expertise in export compliance, Martin’s sessions are essential for any business navigating the complexities of international trade regulations. Whether…
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We are thrilled to announce a major partnership! 🎉
British Export Control (BEC) has been selected by the Department for Business & Trade’s Export Academy to present the exclusive Masterclass in Export Control. BEC founder, Martin Drew, will be delivering this and subsequent essential events. This collaboration underscores BEC’s position as a leading authority in UK export compliance. Don’t…
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New crucial update for UK export license applications!
New UK Export Licence Requirement! 🇬🇧 The Department of Business & Trade has just released a new End User Undertaking (EUU) template and guidance for all UK Licence applications. This is a crucial update for exporters, so make sure you’re using the latest forms to avoid delays. For full details,…
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HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) agreed compound settlements with 3 UK exporters totalling close to £3.7 million…
UK exporters faced penalties for unlicensed military goods exports. HMRC secured nearly £3.7M in compound settlements from Jan-Mar 2025 due to breaches of export controls. Companies paid £10.9K, £431K+, and £3.2M+ respectively. These weren’t sanctions-related. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/notice-to-exporters-202508-agreed-compound-settlement-for-breaches-of-export-control/nte-202508-agreed-compound-settlement-for-breaches-of-export-control Had these companies approached us in good time, they may have avoided these fines.…
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Referrals and feedback
Check out this stellar feedback and more on Linkedin.Find out for yourself why we are highly rated. https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-drew-600977124/ British Export Control [BEC] is a cadre of ex UK Govt. and EU export control experts, now supporting Governments and businesses throughout the world in Export Control, International implementation and more.Please contact…
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New Gift for our Established and referring clients.
We’re excited to present our new, bespoke “bolt action sniper pens” as a token of our appreciation to our loyal clients and those who’ve generously referred us! These aren’t just pens; they symbolise the precision and expertise British Export Control brings to every project. Led by Martin Drew MIEx, a…
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Government Notice to Exporters
For more information – please read: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/notice-to-exporters-202431-use-of-special-and-diacritic-characters-on-the-customs-declaration-service-cds/nte-202431-use-of-special-and-diacritic-characters-on-the-customs-declaration-service-cds–2 This has been an ongoing issue. Special characters include, but are not limited to: % _ { } [ ] # Diacritic characters include, but are not limited to: é – accent acute è – accent grave ê – circumflex ë – umlaut…
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Voluntary Declarations and Fines.
Latest monthly fines for those submitting voluntary declarations to HMRC for export control errors: £1.4 million in September. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/notice-to-exporters-202428compound-settlement-for-breaches-of-export-control-august-2024/266de0dc-bd25-4ecb-a976-5180143e7a75 Introduction In August and September 2024, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) issued compound settlement offers to 3 UK exporters worth £1.9 million. These settlements relate to unlicensed exports of Military listed…
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Is your Shipper/Freight agent, a ‘HMRC informant’?
We have recently been assisting a client whose exported goods were stopped by Border Force. As a result, Department of Business & Trade ruled the goods required an export licence & Border Force seized the goods; the trader repeatedly explained that the goods did not require an export licence, but…
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Why a UK Export Specialist?
People need UK export control consultant specialists for a variety of reasons, all stemming from the complexities and potential pitfalls of international trade: 1. Navigating Complex Regulations: 2. Minimizing Risks: 3. Optimizing Export Operations: 4. Specific Situations: In essence, UK export control consultant specialists provide peace of mind by ensuring…
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