HC Deb 11 July 1991 vol 194 c429W
Mr. Cohen

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will list the amendments made to the Export of Goods (Control) Order 1989; and if he has any plans to make any further amendments.

Mr. Sainsbury

Seven amendment orders to the Export of Goods (Control) Order 1989 have been made:

  • Amendment No. 1 came into force 14 February 1990
  • Amendment No. 2 came into force 30 April 1990
  • Amendment No. 3 came into force 15 April 1990
  • Amendment No. 4 came into force 11 August 1990
  • Amendment No. 5 came into force 31 August 1990
  • Amendment No. 6 came into force 21 December 1990
  • Amendment No. 7 came into force 10 July 1991

It is planned to introduce a consolidated order incorporating these amendments later this year. Additional amendments to export controls reflecting agreement reached in various international regimes of which the United Kingdom is a member are anticipated.