Made under the Communications Act 2003
11 statutory instruments made using powers in the Communications Act 2003, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.
The Electronic Communications (Networks and Services) (Designated Vendor Directions) (Penalties) Order 2025
- Department: Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
- Made under: Communications Act 2003
The order clarified penalty calculations for non-compliance with designated vendor directions and amended the 2003 Order to reflect changes from the 2021 Act.
The Electronic Communications (Networks and Services) (Designated Vendor Directions) (Penalties) Order 2025 clarifies the calculation of penalties for non-compliance with designated vendor directions under the Communications Act 2003.
It specifies the relevant business activities to be included in turnover calculations for penalty purposes and amends the Electronic Communications (Networks and Services) (Penalties) (Rules for Calculation of Turnover) Order 2003 to replace references to "notified provider" with "person." This ensures consistency with the Telecommunications (Security) Act 2021 and provides a clearer framework for penalty enforcement.
The Community Radio Order 2025
- Department: Department for Culture, Media and Sport
- Made under: Communications Act 2003
The Community Radio Order 2025 consolidated existing legislation, redefined community radio services, amended the Broadcasting Act 1990 and the Communications Act 2003, revoked prior orders, and established transitional provisions for existing licenses.
The Community Radio Order 2025, effective April 1, 2025, consolidates and amends existing legislation governing community radio in the UK. It defines community radio services, focusing on their non-commercial, community-beneficial nature and the obligations on licensees, such as promoting social gain and accountability to the served community.
The order modifies relevant sections of the Broadcasting Act 1990 and the Communications Act 2003, revokes previous related orders, and includes transitional provisions for existing licences.
The focus is on fostering participation from community members, and ensuring that services are provided primarily for social gain.
The Communications (Television Licensing) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
- Department: Department for Culture, Media and Sport
- Made under: Communications Act 2003
Increased TV license fees and adjusted payment schemes across UK territories, raising the standard color TV license to £174.50 and black and white license to £58.50 from April 2025.
The Communications (Television Licensing) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 implements changes to UK television license fees effective April 1, 2025.
The regulations increase the standard color TV license fee from £169.50 to £174.50 and the black and white license fee from £57.00 to £58.50.
Various installment payment schemes are adjusted accordingly, with updates to premium, budget, easy entry, and simple payment plans.
The regulations apply across the UK, Channel Islands, and Isle of Man, with certain provisions for specific territories.