Export Control
UK export control refers to a set of legal restrictions on the transfer of certain goods, technology, software and knowledge from the United Kingdom to a destination or destinations outside the UK.
Non-compliance with export control can result in very significant financial penalties and is a serious criminal offence with custodial sentences of up to 10 years.
National Security and Investment Act 2021
The National Security and Investment Act gives government the power to scrutinise certain dealings in shares and intellectual property and to intervene in those dealings where there is a national security concern.
For more information on the legislation and links to university, sectoral and government guidance, visit our National Security and Investment Act webpages.
View National Security and Investment Act 2021 information on the ERO HUBsite (UoE colleagues only)
Financial Conflict of Interest
Financial Conflict of Interest refers to a framework of financial disclosure and reporting requirements imposed by United States Federal regulations with the aim of ensuring objectivity in research.
View Financial Conflict of Interest Policy, Procedure and further information
Responsible Global Engagement
Responsible Global Engagement is about being aware of the potential risks of our international engagements, and thinking about what we might do to protect our staff and the University.
View responsible global engagement information on the Edinburgh Global webpages