Culture and Sport Legislation

Legislative framework governing cultural institutions, media broadcasting, sports regulation, arts funding, and heritage protection.

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Air Force Coningsby) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Established a temporary no-fly zone below 8,500 feet around RAF Coningsby for a flying display on 26 September 2026.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace around Royal Air Force Coningsby to facilitate a flying display.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below 8,500 feet within a 6-nautical-mile radius of the station during a specified window on 26 September 2026.

These restrictions apply to all pilots and aircraft operators, except those granted specific permission by the Lincolnshire Terminal Air Traffic Control Centre or the Air Traffic Control units at RAF Coningsby or RAF Waddington.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 17th Sept 26

Established a temporary restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft near Liverpool's Royal Albert Dock during the 2026 Labour Party Conference.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft, commonly known as drones, at altitudes below 1,300 feet within a 1.5 nautical mile radius of Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators from 11:00 UTC on 26 September 2026 until 22:59 UTC on 30 September 2026, coinciding with the Labour Party Conference.

The Merseyside Police Counter-UAS Team is authorized to grant specific exemptions to this prohibition.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Air Force Waddington) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 17th Sept 26

Restricted flying in the vicinity of RAF Waddington on 26 September 2026 to ensure public safety during aerial displays.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace around Royal Air Force Waddington, Lincolnshire, to facilitate flying displays scheduled for 26 September 2026.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below 8,800 feet above mean sea level within a 5-nautical-mile radius of the station during a specified three-hour window.

These restrictions apply to all civil and military aviation, with specific exceptions for emergency services, police air support, and aircraft granted express permission by designated air traffic control units or the event's flying display director.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Shobdon Air Race) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 15th Sept 26

Restricted airspace below 2,000 feet near Shobdon Aerodrome for the Royal Aero Club Air Race in September 2026.


These Regulations prohibit aircraft from flying below 2,000 feet above mean sea level in a designated area near Shobdon Aerodrome, Herefordshire, during specific periods on 19 and 20 September 2026.

The restrictions support the safe conduct of the Royal Aero Club Air Race by limiting non-participating traffic in the racing circuit.

These rules apply to all aircraft except those granted specific permission by Shobdon aerodrome flight services or Royal Aero Club race officials.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Mayflower Park, Southampton) Regulations 2026

Established a temporary restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft at Mayflower Park, Southampton, during the 2026 International Boat Show.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,100 feet above mean sea level in a specific area around Mayflower Park, Southampton, to ensure public safety during the Southampton International Boat Show.

The restrictions apply to all drone operators from 18 September to 27 September 2026, with daily time limits varying between 16:30 and 21:00 UTC. The mandate exempts police air support units and any unmanned aircraft that has obtained express permission from the event organizers.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Millbrook, Bedfordshire) Regulations 2026

Restricted the operation of unmanned aircraft in the vicinity of Millbrook, Bedfordshire, on 16 and 17 September 2026.


These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,500 feet above mean sea level within a specified area of Millbrook, Bedfordshire, during 16 and 17 September 2026.

The restrictions apply to all drone operators, with exceptions only for flights authorized by the UTAC Security Manager at Millbrook Proving Ground or those conducted by UK Police air support units.

The Department for Transport and the Civil Aviation Authority established these limits to protect the public interest during the specified period.

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The Licensing Act 2003 (Mandatory Licensing Conditions) (Amendment) Order 2026

Authorized the use of digital identification for age verification in licensed premises across England and Wales.


This Order amends the mandatory licensing conditions for premises in England and Wales that sell or supply alcohol, permitting the use of digital identification for age verification.

It authorizes responsible persons at licensed premises and clubs to accept digital ID, provided the verification service is supplied by a provider registered under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.

The Order requires that digital verification services meet specific security standards, defined as a 'medium level of confidence' within the UK Digital Verification Services (DVS) trust framework.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Virginia Water, Surrey) Regulations 2026

Prohibited unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,300 feet near Virginia Water during the 2026 PGA Championship.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,300 feet above mean sea level in a specified area around Virginia Water, Surrey, between 14 September and 20 September 2026.

The restrictions apply daily from 0400 to 2100 hours UTC to coincide with the PGA Championship at the Wentworth Club.

The order exempts aircraft operated by police air support units and those granted specific permission by the event's safety officers or controller.

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