Made under the Terrorism Act 2000

5 statutory instruments made using powers in the Terrorism Act 2000, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.

The Proscribed Organisations (Name Changes) Order 2026

Published: Mon 6th Jul 26 Came into force: Tue 7th Jul 26

Specified three alternative names for previously proscribed organisations to ensure they are subject to the same legal restrictions as the names listed in the Terrorism Act 2000.


This Order specifies alternative names for certain organisations already listed as proscribed under the Terrorism Act 2000.

It directs that 'The Islamic Thinkers Society' be treated as another name for Al-Ghurabaa and The Saved Sect, 'The Resistance Front' as another name for Lashkar e Tayyaba, and 'Babbar Khalsa International' as another name for Babbar Khalsa.

The Order applies to law enforcement and the judicial system by extending the legal consequences of proscription—such as criminal offences related to membership, support, and the wearing of clothing—to these additional names.

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The Proscribed Organisations (Name Change) (Revocation) Order 2025

Published: Mon 20th Oct 25

The Proscribed Organisations (Name Change) Order 2017, which listed 'Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham' as a name for Al-Qa’ida, was revoked to remove that specific name association.


This Order, made by the Secretary of State under the Terrorism Act 2000, revokes the Proscribed Organisations (Name Change) Order 2017, effectively removing the designation that specified 'Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham' as another name for the proscribed organisation Al-Qa’ida across the United Kingdom.

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The Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 and the Terrorism Act 2000 (Port Examination Codes of Practice) Regulations 2025

Published: Wed 24th Sept 25 Came into force: Tue 14th Oct 25

Revised codes of practice for port examination officers were implemented under the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 and the Terrorism Act 2000.


These regulations implement revised codes of practice for examining officers under the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 and the Terrorism Act 2000.

The Secretary of State revised the codes, published drafts for consultation, considered feedback, and laid the final versions before Parliament.

The updated codes govern the exercise of powers at UK ports and the Northern Ireland border related to combating terrorism and hostile state activity, aiming for better clarity, training, and adherence to legal frameworks.

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The Terrorism Act 2000 (Proscribed Organisations) (Amendment) Order 2025

Published: Fri 4th Jul 25 Came into force: Sat 5th Jul 25

The Terrorism Act 2000 was amended to add Palestine Action, Maniacs Murder Cult, and Russian Imperial Movement to the list of proscribed organizations.


This order amends the Terrorism Act 2000 by adding Palestine Action, Maniacs Murder Cult (MMC), and Russian Imperial Movement (RIM) to the list of proscribed organizations.

The order cites the Secretary of State's belief that these organizations engage in terrorism, and it was approved by both Houses of Parliament.

The order also includes an explanatory note which clarifies that the entry for Palestine Action refers specifically to the UK based organization, and declares no significant impact on public or private sectors is expected, therefore a full impact assessment was not considered necessary.

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The Proscribed Organisations (Name Change) Order 2025

Published: Wed 26th Feb 25 Came into force: Thu 27th Feb 25

The Order officially designated 'Majeed Brigade' as another name for the proscribed organization 'Baluchistan Liberation Army'.


The Proscribed Organisations (Name Change) Order 2025, made under the Terrorism Act 2000, officially recognizes ‘Majeed Brigade’ as an alternative name for the proscribed organization ‘Baluchistan Liberation Army.’ This action aims to improve counter-terrorism efforts by closing legal loopholes and facilitating effective prosecution and monitoring of the group’s activities, regardless of the name used.

The order extends to the entire United Kingdom and took effect the day after parliamentary review.

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