Export Licensing Statistics Release

The UK Department for Business and Trade has released the official statistics for strategic export control licensing decisions made between October and December 2025. These statistics provide data on licence applications processed by the Export Control Joint Unit.

Export Control Compliance Training Resources

The UK's Export Control Joint Unit and Department for Business and Trade have updated their guidance on export control compliance training. The page provides links to various training resources including courses, seminars, workshops, and webinars designed to help exporters understand their obligations under UK export control legislation.

Director Jailed for Illegal Export of Military Equipment

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced a prison sentence for a director involved in the illegal export of military night vision equipment. This notice details the prosecution outcome related to UK strategic export controls.

Export Control Joint Unit Notices to Exporters

The UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) publishes notices to exporters regarding amendments to licences, changes to controlled goods, and updates on legislation and sanctions. The latest updates include information on transmission issues between LITE/SPIRE and CDS, a director jailed for illegal export, and updated guidance on open licence returns.

UK Sanctions Enforcement Action Case Studies and Lessons

The UK government has published a collection of case studies and lessons learned from sanctions enforcement actions taken by various bodies, including OFSI, NCA, OTSI, and HMRC. This resource aims to inform industry stakeholders about compliance requirements and potential penalties under UK sanctions regulations.

UK Sanctions Guidance for Businesses

The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and HM Treasury have published new guidance for businesses and organisations on understanding and complying with UK sanctions. The guide outlines various types of sanctions and reporting obligations for regulated firms.

UK Sanctions List Consolidation and OFSI List Closure

The UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) Consolidated List of Asset Freeze Targets closed on January 28, 2026. All UK sanctions designations are now consolidated under the UK Sanctions List. This change aims to streamline sanctions information for regulated entities.

Guidance on Belarus Sanctions Trade Licence Considerations

The UK Department for Business and Trade has published guidance on considerations for granting trade sanctions licences related to Belarus. This guidance details specific conditions under which licences may be granted for military goods, technology, and related services, as well as for hydrazine imports.

Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI) Annual Report

The Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI) has published its first-year operational report, detailing activities from 2024 to 2025. The report outlines OTSI's powers, capabilities, operational functions, and engagement efforts, while also looking ahead to future priorities such as enhanced business support and proactive enforcement.

Engineering Corp v. Law Corp - Breach of Contract Case Affirmed

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's judgment in the case of David C. Flettrich, a Professional Engineering Corporation v. Dudley Debosier, a Professional Law Corporation. The appeal concerned allegations of breach of contract and amounts owed on an open account.