Export Control Act 2002 Explanatory Notes

Section 6:  Exceptions from the general restriction

41.Subsection (1) provides that the restrictions in section 5 do not apply to the making of an order where the control order expires within 12 months.

42.Subsection (2) provides that the restrictions in section 5 do not apply in relation to provisions in orders that revoke, amend an earlier order, or re-enact provisions (with or without modifications) of an earlier order which are being revoked, except where these provisions impose new controls or strengthen controls previously imposed.

43.Subsection (3) explains that the reference to an “earlier order” does not include temporary orders which are excepted by subsection (1).

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