Delayed the implementation of new anti-social behaviour case review procedures that were due to begin on 26 October 2026.

These Regulations postpone the commencement of specific provisions within the Crime and Policing Act 2026 that were originally scheduled to take effect on 26 October 2026.

By amending previous commencement regulations, this instrument prevents Section 6 and Schedule 3 of the Act—which concern the further review of anti-social behaviour cases—from entering into force on that date.

The delay applies to the relevant bodies responsible for anti-social behaviour case reviews in England and Wales and the individuals seeking such reviews.

Amended the EMIR Regulation to establish permanent notification and exemption procedures for intragroup derivative transactions involving UK and overseas entities.

These Regulations amend the retained EU law known as the EMIR Regulation to establish a permanent regime for exempting intragroup over-the-counter (OTC) derivative contracts from clearing and risk-management requirements.

They expand the definition of intragroup transactions to include those involving entities established in any jurisdiction, provided they are part of the same consolidated group and subject to centralized risk procedures.

The instrument applies to financial and non-financial counterparties engaging in derivative trades, requiring them to notify the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) of intended exemptions and allowing the FCA to object within a 30-day period.

Established an emergency restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft in Plymouth, Devon, effective immediately on 21 October 2026.

These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft at altitudes below 1,200 feet within a specific area of Plymouth, Devon, effective immediately from October 21, 2026.

The restrictions apply to all drone operators, except those flying under the specific direction of the Devon and Cornwall Police Counter-UAS Tactical Advisor.

The Secretary of State issued this order under the Air Navigation Order 2016 to address an active emergency situation in the interest of public safety.

Activated a revised ACAS Code of Practice governing trade union time off entitlements effective from 30 October 2026.

This Order appoints 30 October 2026 as the commencement date for the revised ACAS Code of Practice on Time Off for Trade Union Duties and Activities.

It applies to employers and employees in England, Wales, and Scotland, providing updated guidance on the statutory rights of trade union representatives, learning representatives, and equality representatives to take time off for their respective roles.

The Order ensures that the previous 2010 Code continues to govern employment tribunal claims relating to employer failures that occurred prior to the new commencement date.

Restricted the use of unmanned aircraft near Aberfan during the 60th anniversary memorial event on 21 October 2026.

These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft, commonly known as drones, within a specified radius of Aberfan, Merthyr Tydfil, on 21 October 2026.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft flying below 2,600 feet above mean sea level within a 1.5 nautical mile radius of the memorial event, unless specifically permitted by the South Wales Police. The Department for Transport issued these rules to manage airspace safety and security during the 60th anniversary commemorations of the Aberfan disaster.

Established statutory timelines, conditions for access refusal, and financial penalties for trade union workplace access requests.

These Regulations establish the procedural framework and substantive rules governing the right of trade union officials to access workplaces in England, Wales, and Scotland.

They direct the Central Arbitration Committee (CAC) to determine access disputes, prescribe strict timeframes for employer responses and negotiations, and mandate the refusal of access in specific circumstances such as national security or for employers with fewer than 21 workers.

The instrument applies to qualifying trade unions, employers, and any third parties whose cooperation is required for workplace access, while also introducing a tiered financial penalty regime for non-compliance with access orders.

Prohibited employers from subjecting workers to detriments for taking industrial action and enabled tribunal award adjustments for related claims.

These Regulations establish legal protections for workers against being subjected to any form of detriment by their employers for participating in protected industrial action.

The instrument implements powers under the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 to define the scope of prohibited employer actions and integrates these protections into the existing framework for employment tribunal awards.

It applies to workers in England, Wales, and Scotland, while explicitly preserving the common law right of employers to deduct pay for time spent on strike.

Established an emergency no-fly zone for drones below 2,000 feet near Drymen, Stirling, effective 16 October 2026.

These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft below 2,000 feet above mean sea level within a specified one-nautical-mile radius of Drymen, Stirling.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, except those flying under the direction of Police Scotland.

The measure took effect immediately at 9:30 p.m. on 16 October 2026 to facilitate the management of an ongoing emergency.