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<p>All export licence applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis against the
Consolidated EU and National Arms Export Licensing Criteria (the ‘Consolidated Criteria’).</p><p>
</p><p>In reaching a decision, the Department for International Trade (DIT) receives
advice from a number of Departments including the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). Together, we draw on all available
information, including reports from Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) and our diplomatic
missions. The Consolidated Criteria provides a thorough risk assessment framework
and requires us to think hard about the impact of exporting any items.</p><p> </p><p>A
licence will not be issued if to do so would be inconsistent with the Consolidated
Criteria, including where there is a clear risk that the proposed export might be
used for internal repression.</p><p> </p><p>We are able to review licences – and suspend
or revoke as necessary – when circumstances require, in line with the Consolidated
Criteria.</p><p> </p><p>We have no plans to cease the issue of open licences.</p><p>
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