UK Act of Parliament 1939 United Kingdom

Import, Export and Customs Powers (Defence) Act 1939

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Enforced by

HMRC, ECJU

What this Act requires

Sections that create concrete duties on businesses or carry penalties. Procedural and definitional sections are folded into the “Browse other sections” expander at the bottom of each group. Click any section title to read the source text on legislation.gov.uk.

Enforcement and responsible bodies

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HMRC

Primary

HM Revenue & Customs

Tax collection, customs duties, national insurance, tax credits, and enforcement of the National Minimum Wage. Regulates all UK businesses for tax compliance …

Export Control Joint Unit

Administers the UK export licensing system for military and dual-use goods, software, and technology. Part of the Department for Business and Trade. …

1 statutory instrument

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Secondary legislation (1)

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