Justice Legislation

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

The National Crime Agency Barred List and National Crime Agency Advisory List Regulations 2026

Published: Mon 13th Jul 26 Came into force: Mon 21st Sept 26

Established the administrative requirements and removal procedures for the National Crime Agency's barred and advisory lists.


These Regulations require the Director General of the National Crime Agency to maintain and manage two specific lists: the barred list, for individuals dismissed for misconduct, and the advisory list, for those who resigned or retired while subject to investigations.

The document mandates the inclusion of specific personal and professional details for listed individuals, including the nature of the conduct or allegations involved.

It further establishes procedures for the automatic removal of individuals in cases of death, successful legal appeals, or findings of unfair dismissal, and creates a statutory process for individuals to apply for removal from either list after five years.

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The Biodiversity Gain (Town and Country Planning) (Amendments and Transitional Provisions) (England) Regulations 2026

Published: Mon 13th Jul 26 Came into force: Thu 6th Aug 26

Amended biodiversity gain hierarchies for non-major developments and introduced new exemptions for small-scale and temporary projects while revoking the self-build exemption.


This statutory instrument amends the regulatory framework for biodiversity net gain in England by modifying the biodiversity gain hierarchy and establishing new exemptions for specific development types.

It directs that for non-major developments, onsite habitat creation, enhancement, and offsite gains carry equal weight in the hierarchy, with biodiversity credits serving as the final option.

The regulations introduce exemptions from the mandatory biodiversity gain condition for temporary developments lasting five years or less and for small-scale developments not exceeding 0.2 hectares, provided neither impacts priority habitats.

These changes apply to local planning authorities, developers, and the Secretary of State, while also revoking the previous exemption for self-build and custom-build projects.

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

Published: Mon 13th Jul 26 Came into force: Mon 21st Sept 26

Established the procedures for maintaining, publishing, and removing names from the Ministry of Defence Police barred and advisory lists.


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 British Transport Police (Barred List and Advisory List) Regulations 2026

Published: Mon 13th Jul 26 Came into force: Mon 21st Sept 26

Established the administrative framework and transparency requirements for the British Transport Police Authority to maintain records of dismissed or investigated personnel.


These Regulations require the British Transport Police Authority to maintain a barred persons list and an advisory list for constables and civilian employees.

The instrument specifies what personal and professional information the Authority must record, sets conditions for the publication of barred list data, and establishes protocols for the automatic or requested removal of individuals from these lists.

It applies to the British Transport Police Authority, the Chief Constable, and current or former members and civilian employees of the British Transport Police Force in England, Wales, and Scotland.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Hillsborough Park, Sheffield) Regulations 2026

Prohibited unmanned aircraft flights below 1,600 feet near Hillsborough Park, Sheffield, during a three-day period in July 2026.


The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Hillsborough Park, Sheffield) Regulations 2026 prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft within a specified circular area centered at Hillsborough Park from 24 July 2026 to 26 July 2026.

The restriction applies to flights below 1,600 feet above mean sea level during designated daytime and evening hours.

The regulations apply to all unmanned aircraft operators, except those granted specific permission by the South Yorkshire Police Counter-UAS Team.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Crystal Palace Park, London) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,400 feet at Crystal Palace Park during specified dates in 2026 for public safety.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,400 feet above mean sea level in a specified area around Crystal Palace Park, London.

The restrictions apply to all unmanned aircraft during designated periods between July 31 and August 16, 2026, coinciding with large public gatherings.

Exceptions are granted to unmanned aircraft operated by police air support units or those with written permission from the Festival Republic Event Silver Commander.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Haytor, Devon) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 10th Jul 26

Established emergency restricted airspace over Haytor, Devon, prohibiting flight below 3,500 feet without police authorization.


The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Haytor, Devon) (Emergency) Regulations 2026 establish a restricted airspace zone near Haytor, Devon, in response to an ongoing emergency.

The regulations prohibit all aircraft from flying below 3,500 feet above mean sea level within a two-nautical-mile radius of the specified coordinates, unless directed otherwise by Devon and Cornwall Police. These mandates apply to all civil and military aviation not specifically exempted by police authority and remain in effect until revoked.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Swansea) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 10th Jul 26

Prohibited unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,300 feet within a specific radius in Swansea due to an emergency.


The Secretary of State for Transport restricts the operation of unmanned aircraft in the vicinity of Swansea to facilitate a response to an emergency.

These regulations prohibit unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,300 feet above mean sea level within a 0.5 nautical mile radius of a specified coordinate in Swansea.

The restrictions apply to all unmanned aircraft operators, except those flying under the specific direction of the South Wales Police.

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