The UK Export Control Joint Unit have issued a new service and performance code when dealing with export licence applications. In summary they are listed below,
SIEL Applications
70% of cases within 20 working days
99% of cases within 60 days
OIEL Applications
60% of cases within 60 days
The full text of the guidance can be found here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/service-and-performance-code-for-export-licensing/ecju-service-and-performance-code