Made under the Localism Act 2011

5 statutory instruments made using powers in the Localism Act 2011, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.

The Oxford Street Development Corporation (Functions) Order 2026

Published: Thu 16th Jul 26 Came into force: Mon 10th Aug 26

Transferred local planning authority and specific statutory functions for the Oxford Street development area to the Oxford Street Development Corporation.


This Order establishes the Oxford Street Development Corporation as the local planning authority for its designated development area, effective 10 August 2026.

It transfers planning functions from the London boroughs of Camden and the City of Westminster to the Corporation and grants it specific powers related to land compensation, listed buildings, hazardous substances, and tree preservation.

The Order also defines transitional arrangements for pending planning applications, enforcement actions, and appeals to ensure continuity of service during the transfer of authority.

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The Birmingham East Mayoral Development Corporation (Establishment) Order 2026

Published: Tue 14th Apr 26 Came into force: Mon 11th May 26

Created a new statutory body called the Birmingham East Mayoral Development Corporation to oversee urban development in a designated section of the West Midlands.


This Order establishes a Mayoral development corporation for a designated area in East Birmingham, formally named the Birmingham East Mayoral Development Corporation.

Starting 11 May 2026, the Corporation functions as a statutory body under the West Midlands Combined Authority, tasked with urban development within the geographic boundaries defined by the associated official map.

The Order applies to the Secretary of State, the West Midlands Combined Authority, and any persons or entities operating within the specified development area.

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The Old Trafford Regeneration Mayoral Development Corporation (Establishment) Order 2025

Published: Tue 16th Dec 25 Came into force: Fri 23rd Jan 26

The Order established the Old Trafford Regeneration Mayoral Development Corporation and defined its corresponding Mayoral development area under powers granted by the Localism Act 2011.


This Order legally establishes the Old Trafford Regeneration Mayoral Development Corporation, effective January 23rd, 2026, granting it authority over a specific Mayoral development area defined by a designated map.

The Secretary of State makes the Order by exercising powers under the Localism Act 2011, as modified by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (Functions and Amendment) Order 2017, following notification from the Mayor regarding the area designation and the corporation's intended name.

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The Atom Valley Northern Gateway Mayoral Development Corporation (Establishment) Order 2025

Published: Tue 16th Dec 25 Came into force: Fri 16th Jan 26

The Order established the Atom Valley Northern Gateway Mayoral Development Corporation, defined its development area based on a specific map, and set the official commencement date for January 16th, 2026.


This statutory instrument formally establishes the Atom Valley Northern Gateway Mayoral Development Corporation by exercising powers granted under the Localism Act 2011, as modified by related orders concerning Greater Manchester.

The Order defines the precise Mayoral development area using a specific map, names the new corporation, and sets the commencement date for its operation as January 16th, 2026.

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The Oxford Street Development Corporation (Establishment) Order 2025

Published: Wed 5th Nov 25 Came into force: Thu 1st Jan 26

The Order established the Oxford Street Development Corporation, defined its corresponding Mayoral development area in Greater London, and set its commencement date for January 1st, 2026.


This Order legally establishes the Oxford Street Development Corporation, effective from January 1st, 2026, pursuant to powers in the Localism Act 2011.

The Secretary of State makes the Order following notification from the Mayor of London regarding the designation of the Mayoral development area, which covers the Oxford Street area within Greater London, mapped precisely for reference, and names the newly established body the “Oxford Street Development Corporation.”

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