Defence Legislation

Laws and policies relating to military operations, defense procurement, armed forces administration, and national security strategy.

The National Security Act 2023 (Designated Bodies) Regulations 2026

These Regulations designate three specific organizations as "designated bodies" under Part 1 of the National Security Act 2023, subjecting them to the legal framework regarding foreign power threat activity.

The order applies to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the Islamic Movement of Companions of the Right (IMCR), and the Russian GRU Volunteer Corps.

By listing these entities in a new Schedule 6A of the Act, the Secretary of State triggers specific national security offences and investigative powers related to these groups throughout the United Kingdom.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (South Cerney) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 17th Jul 26

These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,400 feet above mean sea level in a specific area of South Cerney, Gloucestershire, between 17 July and 18 July 2026.

The mandate applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, with an exception for those who receive express permission from the Ministry of Defence Police control room.

The Secretary of State issued these restrictions to ensure safety and security during scheduled VIP visits.

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The Ministry of Defence Police (Barred List and Advisory List) Regulations 2026

These Regulations establish the administrative and legal framework for the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) barred and advisory lists as required by the Crime and Policing Act 2026.

They direct the Secretary of State to maintain records of MDP constables who have been dismissed for misconduct or performance issues, and those who resign or retire while under investigation.

The regulations apply to the Secretary of State, the Ministry of Defence Police, and individuals formerly employed by the MDP, mandating the publication of certain barred individuals' details while providing mechanisms for removal from these lists based on time, death, or successful appeal.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Odiham) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 7th Jul 26

These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace in the vicinity of Royal Air Force Odiham, Hampshire, to facilitate the safe conduct of the Odiham Families Day flying displays.

The order prohibits aircraft from flying below 4,000 feet above mean sea level within a specified 3 nautical mile radius on 31st July 2026 between 1100 and 1615 hours Co-ordinated Universal Time. These restrictions apply to all aircraft except those granted specific permission by the Odiham Families Day Flying Display Director or designated air traffic control units at RAF Odiham, RAF Terminal Air Traffic Control Centre South, or Farnborough Airport.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Leeming) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 2nd Jul 26

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Leeming) Regulations 2026 prohibit aircraft from flying below 7,000 feet within a 5-nautical-mile radius of RAF Leeming during specific periods on 22 and 23 July 2026.

These restrictions apply to all aircraft except those granted specific permission by the Leeming Show Flying Display Director.

The Department for Transport issued these regulations to facilitate public flying displays and manage safety during high-energy aerial manoeuvres.

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The Armed Forces (Review of Court Martial Sentence) (Amendment and Supplementary Provision) Regulations 2026

These Regulations expand the list of offences for which the Attorney General may refer a Court Martial sentence to the Court Martial Appeal Court on the grounds of undue leniency.

They add a wide range of sexual, terrorism-related, and modern slavery offences to the existing review framework, ensuring service justice alignment with civilian law.

Additionally, the instrument modifies procedural timelines, allowing the Attorney General an additional 14 days to apply for a review if a request is received within the final two weeks of the standard 28-day limit.

The Regulations apply to the entirety of the United Kingdom and govern the sentencing oversight of persons subject to service law.

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Legal Definition Added to Defence Contract Regulations

Published: Thu 25th Jun 26

This document corrects a footnoting error in the Single Source Contract (Amendment) Regulations 2026.

It inserts a reference to Section 14(1) of the Defence Reform Act 2014 to provide the legal definition of 'single source regulations'.

The correction applies to all parties referencing the statutory authority of these procurement regulations.

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The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 2) Regulations 2026

Published: Wed 10th Jun 26

These Regulations, formally titled the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 2) Regulations 2026, specify that certain provisions of the primary 2025 Act will officially come into force on 15th June 2026.

Specifically, this commencement activates sections relating to the Security Industry Authority's (SIA) obligations to produce mandatory guidance, subject to the Secretary of State's approval, and the requirement for the SIA to produce and publish a statement detailing the constitution of 'qualifying worldwide revenue'.

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