Established a formal tax settlement scheme for individuals and employers to resolve outstanding loan charge liabilities and associated inheritance tax issues.

These regulations establish the Loan Charge Settlement Scheme, providing a framework for individuals and corporate employers to settle liabilities arising from certain loans or quasi-loans treated as employment or trading income.

The instrument directs HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to identify eligible persons, calculate settlement offers using prescribed methodologies, and manage the collection of settlement amounts as Crown debts.

It applies to taxpayers liable for loan charge amounts under the Finance (No. 2) Act 2017, excluding those suspected of being tax arrangement promoters, and introduces specific inheritance tax exemptions for those who enter into a settlement agreement.

Revised the eligibility criteria and sectors for Climate Change Levy discounts and updated the buy-out fee calculation formula.

These regulations update the administrative framework and eligibility criteria for the Climate Change Levy (CCL) reduction scheme, effective from 1 January 2027.

The instrument defines which energy-intensive installations and processes, ranging from chemical manufacturing to data centers and battery production, qualify for climate change agreements.

It directs the Treasury and the Secretary of State to oversee a revised list of eligible facilities while amending the formula used to calculate buy-out fees for participants who fail to meet energy efficiency or emissions targets.

Exempted specific classes of tax advisers, including IOSS representatives and local government tax specialists, from the requirement to register with HMRC.

These Regulations expand the list of exceptions to the mandatory tax adviser registration regime established by the Finance Act 2026.

They exempt individuals acting as Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) representatives for Northern Ireland VAT, advisers dealing with taxes not payable to HMRC such as council tax, and those providing property valuations through the Valuation Office. The requirements apply to tax advisers interacting with His Majesty's Revenue and Customs, narrowing the scope of who must register under the national regime starting 17 August 2026.

Raised the Welsh Government's capital borrowing limit from £1,000 million to £1,100 million.

This Order increases the maximum amount of money the Welsh Ministers can borrow to fund capital expenditure.

It amends section 122A(1) of the Government of Wales Act 2006, raising the aggregate borrowing limit from £1,000 million to £1,100 million.

The Order applies to the Welsh Government and comes into force on 16 July 2026, extending to the whole of the United Kingdom to ensure the statutory change is recognized across all legal jurisdictions.

Brought the 2026 Equality Act Code of Practice into force on 5th August 2026.

This Order brings into force a revised Code of Practice issued by the Commission for Equality and Human Rights regarding services, public functions, and associations under the Equality Act 2010.

It applies to any person or organization providing services to the public, exercising public functions, or managing associations in England, Wales, and Scotland.

The Order ensures the 2026 Code of Practice takes effect immediately after the revocation of the previous 2011 version, providing a statutory basis for the new guidance to be used in legal proceedings.

Established the formulas for calculating UK CBAM rates and defined the verification procedures for importers to claim relief for carbon prices paid abroad.

These Regulations establish the technical framework for determining the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) rate and the eligibility for carbon price relief starting 1 January 2027.

The instrument directs HM Revenue and Customs and the Treasury to oversee calculations based on UK Emissions Trading Scheme auction prices and sets strict verification standards for importers seeking to reduce their CBAM liability.

It applies to importers of specified carbon-intensive goods, requiring them to calculate an effective carbon price paid in the country of origin and maintain comprehensive records for six years.

Established a framework for HMRC to use electronic communications by default for specified tax matters and mandated the provision of digital contact details by service users.

These Regulations authorize the Commissioners for His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to designate specific taxation matters as 'default digital matters,' enabling the agency to use electronic communications with taxpayers by default unless they formally opt out.

The instrument requires individuals using HMRC online services for these matters to provide and maintain accurate digital contact details, such as email addresses.

It applies to any person or entity interacting with HMRC's digital services and empowers the Commissioners to suspend service access for those who fail to provide required contact information without a reasonable excuse.

Set the commencement dates and transitional registration rules for the mandatory HMRC registration of tax advisers.

These Regulations establish the commencement dates for the mandatory registration of tax advisers under the Finance Act 2026 and provide transitional arrangements for existing practitioners.

The order introduces a staggered implementation schedule, dividing tax advisers into four tranches based on their current HMRC digital credentials and the specific types of services they provide, such as payroll or regulated financial activities.

The Treasury directs that advisers with an existing Agent Services Account be automatically deemed registered as of 18 August 2026, while other advisers must comply by specific deadlines ranging through April 2027.