8 Conclusion
205. We, like our predecessor Committees, welcome
the improvement to the UK's export control as a result of the
legislation passed in 2002 and the secondary legislation made
under the Export Control Act 2002. We conclude that the review
scheduled for 2007 provides a timely opportunity to take stock,
to test our assumptions about the improvements that have been
achieved and to address areas where changes may be required. We
look forward to a full and comprehensive review.
206. The next year will be critical for the International
Arms Trade Treaty. We conclude that the Government has shown skill
in promoting the treaty and can take credit for helping to build
the momentum that has been achieved. The treaty offers an important
opportunity to prevent what the Government has described as the
irresponsible sales of conventional arms, which have resulted
in the deaths for thousands across the world. We hope that by
our next report we shall be able to report further significant
progress.
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