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Exporters registered on the export control SPIRE system should receive updates about the status of the long-anticipated LITE database, which will replace the SPIRE export licence application system.
LITE is the new digital licensing service intended to streamline the UK export licence application process using improved automation to support robust licence decision-making. The new system should save exporters time with much faster application processing and clearer direction toward helpful advice during the application process.
Some users will have been using LITE on a ‘private beta’ basis, meaning that they will already have trialled licence applications on the new LITE system. The licencing unit is now preparing to extend the use of LITE for Standard Individual Export Licence applications to all SPIRE users. The expected rollout date is September 17th, 2024.
SPIRE users will be sent a more detailed communication in early September, along with an invitation to join the LITE system. Content will include
- a toolkit to support the use of LITE, including frequently asked questions,
- support videos
- Joining details for public beta webinars run by the LITE team on 12 September and 24 September 2024.
All user SPIRE licence and administration details should be transferred to the new system in September. The ECJU have requested that users make sure that contact details are valid to enable clear communications to the relevant parties using a business’ SPIRE account
Communications will also be sent to those SPIRE users who have recognised incompatible IT functions using the LITE system before the go-live date
Any questions can be forwarded to the LITE team in the email below:
LITE.support@businessandtrade.gov.uk.
Contact Details for the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU)
General queries about strategic export licensing
Export Control Joint Unit
Department for Business and Trade
Old Admiralty Building
Admiralty Place
London
SW1A 2DY
Email exportcontrol.help@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Telephone 020 7215 4594
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