Justice Legislation

Laws relating to criminal justice, court procedures, legal services, law enforcement, and judicial administration.

The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 (Commencement No. 3) Regulations 2026

The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 (Commencement No. 3) Regulations 2026 brings the remaining provisions of Part 4 of the Automated Vehicles Act 2024 into legal effect on 7 January 2027.

These provisions establish restrictions on the marketing of vehicles in relation to automation and activate Schedule 5, which concerns the enforcement of these restrictions.

The Secretary of State issued these regulations to apply to the marketing and advertising of vehicles with automated features within the United Kingdom.

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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 Infrastructure Planning (Rights of Entry Notice) Regulations 2026

These Regulations prescribe the specific information and documentation that an authorized person must include in a notice of entry provided to owners and occupiers of land.

The requirements apply to land entry sought under section 53 of the Planning Act 2008 for surveying, taking levels, or ensuring compliance related to nationally significant infrastructure projects.

The Regulations mandate the inclusion of details regarding the purpose of entry, the specific dates and times planned, information regarding the recipient's legal rights, and warnings concerning the consequences of obstruction.

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The Criminal Legal Aid (Remuneration) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 3rd Jul 26

This statutory instrument amends the remuneration framework for legal advocates performing criminal legal aid work in the Crown Court of England and Wales.

It adjusts the Advocates' Graduated Fee Scheme by lowering the eligibility threshold for wasted preparation fees and increasing both the rate and scope of additional preparation fees.

These changes apply to legal services authorized through representation determinations made on or after July 28, 2026.

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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 Financial Services Act 2012 (Relevant Functions in relation to Complaints Scheme) (Amendment) Order 2026

Published: Thu 2nd Jul 26

This Order modifies the list of regulatory functions of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) that are subject to the statutory Complaints Scheme.

It mandates that certain functions under the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and the Securitisation Regulations 2024 fall within the scope of independent investigation for maladministration, while specifically excluding legislative actions such as making technical standards and issuing general guidance.

The Order applies to the UK's financial regulators and ensures certain administrative duties are subject to oversight by the independent complaints commissioner.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Mill Lane, Chipping Ongar) (Emergency) (Revocation) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 2nd Jul 26

The Secretary of State for Transport revokes the emergency flight restrictions previously established for the Mill Lane, Chipping Ongar area.

The regulations remove the prohibitions on aircraft operations in that vicinity because the underlying emergency has passed and the restrictions are no longer deemed necessary for the public interest.

The order applies to all pilots and aircraft operators who were previously subject to the constraints of the Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Mill Lane, Chipping Ongar) (Emergency) (No. 2) Regulations 2026.

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The Digital Waste Tracking (England) Regulations 2026

These Regulations established an electronic digital waste tracking system in England to monitor the movement and management of controlled waste, including household, industrial, and commercial waste.

They direct operators of permitted facilities to record specified information in the system within two working days of receiving waste and to pay an annual fee of £26 to the designated person, defined as the Secretary of State.

The Environment Agency is authorized to monitor compliance and may impose civil sanctions, such as fixed or variable monetary penalties, or pursue criminal charges for failures to comply with recording, retention, or notification requirements.

The document also provides specific procedures for digitally excluded persons and protocols for system outages.

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