Justice Legislation

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

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Dovestones Reservoir, Manchester) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 14th Jul 26

Established a temporary restricted flight zone below 3,000 feet around Dovestones Reservoir due to a local emergency.


The Secretary of State for Transport restricts all aircraft from flying below 3,000 feet above mean sea level within a 2.5 nautical mile radius of Dovestones Reservoir, Manchester.

This measure addresses an unspecified emergency situation and applies to all civil and commercial aviation, with a specific exemption for unmanned aircraft operating under the direction of Derbyshire Police. The regulations take effect immediately to ensure public interest and safety within the designated restricted airspace.

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The Finance Act 2026 (Registration of Tax Advisers) (Appointed Days and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 14th Jul 26

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.

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The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) (Notification Requirements) Regulations 2026

Established mandatory notification procedures and data requirements for venues and events covered by the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.


These regulations define the procedural and informational requirements for persons responsible for "qualifying premises" and "qualifying events" to notify the Security Industry Authority.

They establish specific timeframes for initial registration and the updating of inaccurate information, ranging from 14 to 28 days depending on the nature of the entity.

The regulations apply to owners and operators of venues and events across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland that meet the criteria of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, mandating the submission of detailed operational, contact, and licensing data via a specified online portal.

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The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Administrative Provisions) Regulations 2026

Established administrative procedures, registration requirements, and record-keeping standards for the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism starting January 2027.


These regulations establish the administrative framework for the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), detailing the requirements for persons importing CBAM goods into the United Kingdom.

The document directs importers to register with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), maintain specific records for six years, and submit returns containing commodity codes, product weights, and origin data.

It further authorizes HMRC officers to estimate the weight of goods for tax purposes if records are insufficient and sets strict conditions for reimbursement arrangements to prevent the unjust enrichment of claimants.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Rotherham, South Yorkshire) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 14th Jul 26

Restricted unmanned aircraft flights below 1,500 feet in a specified area of Rotherham due to an emergency.


The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Rotherham, South Yorkshire) (Emergency) Regulations 2026 establishes a restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft in Rotherham.

It prohibits the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,500 feet above mean sea level within a 0.54 nautical mile radius of a specified coordinate in South Yorkshire. This restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, with the exception of those flying according to directions provided by the South Yorkshire Police. The Secretary of State for Transport issued this order under the authority of the Air Navigation Order 2016 in response to an unspecified emergency situation.

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The Register of Overseas Entities (Protection and Trusts) and Limited Liability Partnerships (Application of Company Law) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 14th Jul 26

Amended the rules for suppressing personal information on the overseas entities register and narrowed disclosure requirements for trust information and Limited Liability Partnerships.


These regulations amend existing rules governing the Register of Overseas Entities and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) to modify how individual information is protected and disclosed.

They direct that individuals applying to suppress their home address from the public register must provide a service address but waive certain evidence requirements for specific protection grounds.

The regulations also permit the Registrar of Companies to disclose trust information even if a portion of the request involving a minor is denied, and they remove the requirement for LLPs to provide service addresses for certain persons with significant control.

These rules apply to overseas entities, their beneficial owners, managing officers, and limited liability partnerships across the United Kingdom.

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The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (Barred List and Advisory List) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 14th Jul 26

Established the administrative rules and publication requirements for the Civil Nuclear Police Authority's barred and advisory lists regarding dismissed personnel.


These regulations require the Civil Nuclear Police Authority to maintain and manage a barred list and an advisory list for constables and civilian employees.

The instrument specifies what information must be recorded—such as names, ranks, and reasons for dismissal—and mandates the publication of certain details regarding dismissed constables for a five-year period, provided national security or personal safety is not compromised.

It establishes procedures for automatic removal from the lists in cases of death, successful appeal, or the passage of time, and creates a process for individuals to apply for removal after a minimum period of three or five years.

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

Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft in specified Bedford airspace during July 18–19, 2026, to ensure public safety during a large event.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in a specified area of Bedford, Bedfordshire, on July 18 and 19, 2026.

The restrictions apply to all unmanned aircraft pilots and operators, except those who receive explicit permission from the Bedford Borough Council Events Management Team.

The Secretary of State for Transport issued these measures to manage airspace safety during a planned mass gathering of people.

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