Culture and Sport Legislation

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

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Builth Wells, Powys) Regulations 2026

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Builth Wells, Powys) Regulations 2026 prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 2,100 feet above mean sea level within a specific one-nautical-mile radius of Builth Wells.

These restrictions apply from 0700 hours on 20 July 2026 until 1700 hours on 23 July 2026 to manage airspace during a large public gathering.

The mandate applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, except those who receive explicit permission from the Dyfed-Powys Police Air Space Co-ordinator.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Lowther, Cumbria) Regulations 2026

These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 2,000 feet above mean sea level within a specified 1.3 nautical mile radius of Lowther, Cumbria.

The restrictions apply from 06:00 UTC on July 30, 2026, until 14:00 UTC on August 3, 2026, to manage safety and security during a large public gathering.

The mandate applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, except those who obtain specific flight permission from the Cumbria Police Drone Team.

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The Listed Events (Coverage) Regulations 2026

These Regulations define the technical and legal standards for broadcasting events of national interest in the United Kingdom under the listed events regime. They specify what constitutes live coverage, establish the criteria for adequate live coverage of multi-sport events, and set minimum requirements for alternative audiovisual and radio coverage of Group B events.

The rules apply to providers of relevant broadcasting and internet-based services and are enforced by the Office of Communications (Ofcom).

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Brighton) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace in the vicinity of Brighton, East Sussex, on 16 July 2026.

They prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft below 500 feet above mean sea level within specific coordinates between 0900 and 2300 hours UTC. The restrictions apply to all unmanned aircraft operators, except those granted specific permission by the designated event control team.

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The Licensing Act 2003 (FIFA World Cup Licensing Hours) (Amendment) Order 2026

This Order amends existing licensing regulations in England and Wales to extend the permitted hours for the sale of alcohol and provision of regulated entertainment during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

It modifies the Licensing Act 2003 (FIFA World Cup Licensing Hours) Order 2026 to add a seven-hour extension starting at 10 p.m. on 5th July 2026 for a round of 16 match held at 1 a.m. the following day.

Additionally, it adjusts the commencement time for the extension related to the tournament final on 19th July 2026 to 10 p.m. instead of 11 p.m., contingent on the England national team's participation.

These changes apply to licensed premises and qualifying clubs regulated under the Licensing Act 2003.

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The Access to the Countryside (Coastal Margin) (Bawdsey to Aldeburgh) Order 2026

This Order establishes June 24, 2026, as the date on which the access preparation period ends for land designated as coastal margin between Bawdsey and Aldeburgh in Suffolk.

It applies to land identified in five specific reports submitted by Natural England and approved by the Secretary of State under the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act 1949.

By concluding the access preparation period, the Order triggers the legal commencement of public access rights to this stretch of coastal land under the terms of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Knebworth, Hertfordshire) Regulations 2026

These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,500 feet above mean sea level within a specified geographic area of Knebworth, Hertfordshire, during a music festival.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators except those who obtain written permission from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Police Drone Team.

These rules remain in effect during specific intervals between July 10, 2026, and July 12, 2026, to manage safety and security risks associated with large public gatherings.

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The Communications Act 2003 (Commencement No. 6) and Media Act 2024 (Commencement No. 4 and Saving Provision) Regulations 2026

These Regulations bring into force specific provisions of the Communications Act 2003 and the Media Act 2024 on January 1, 2027, primarily concerning the regulation of 'listed events' such as major sporting fixtures.

The instrument directs the categorisation of these events into Group A and Group B and updates the restrictions regarding live coverage and contract reporting.

It applies to the Secretary of State, media regulators such as OFCOM, and broadcasting organizations involved in the acquisition of rights for events of national interest.

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