Justice Legislation

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

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Belfast, Northern Ireland) Regulations 2026

These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,100 feet above mean sea level within a specified area of Belfast between 2 August and 9 August 2026.

The restrictions apply during specific daylight and evening hours to protect public safety during the Belfast Fleadh festival.

The mandate applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, though the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Event Silver Commander may grant specific flight permissions within the restricted zone.

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The Lifelong Learning (Fee Limits) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 28th Jul 26

These Regulations establish a credit-based fee limit system for higher education courses in England beginning on or after 1 January 2027.

The document directs the Office for Students to apply fee limit conditions to registered providers in the 'Approved (fee cap)' category and defines the categories of 'qualifying persons'—based on residency and immigration status—protected by these limits.

It specifies maximum credit amounts per year and per course, sets fractional per-credit fee amounts for different activities like taught study or work placements, and incorporates rules for foundation years, accelerated courses, and students transferring with prior credits.

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

Published: Mon 27th Jul 26

This statutory instrument establishes a restricted flight zone in the vicinity of Chelmsford, Essex, in response to an ongoing emergency.

It prohibits all aircraft from flying below 1,000 feet above mean sea level within a two-nautical-mile radius of the specified coordinates, unless they are operating under the direction of the Essex Police. These regulations take effect immediately and apply to all pilots and aircraft operators, including drone users, within the designated area.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Liverpool) (Emergency) (Revocation) Regulations 2026

Published: Mon 27th Jul 26

These Regulations revoke the emergency flight restrictions previously imposed in the Liverpool area.

They restore the legal right to fly in the specified airspace by cancelling the Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Liverpool) (Emergency) Regulations 2026.

The instrument applies to all aircraft operators and pilots who were previously prohibited from entering the restricted zone.

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The Infected Blood Compensation Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2026

These Regulations amend the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme Regulations 2025 to introduce new compensation categories and increase payment amounts for eligible infected and affected persons.

They establish a new severity level (2B) for Hepatitis B and C infections involving interferon treatment, create a financial loss award for potential earning capacity, and increase the autonomy award for those infected as children.

The instrument also expands the definition of unethical research practices and raises the associated award to £60,000 while updating various support scheme and winter fuel payment figures.

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

Published: Fri 24th Jul 26

These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level within a specified circular zone in Liverpool.

The restriction applies to all drone operators, except those flying under the specific direction of the Merseyside Police Counter-UAS Team.

This emergency measure took effect at 10:50 a.m. on 24 July 2026 to address an immediate public interest concern identified by the Secretary of State for Transport.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Colchester, Essex) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 24th Jul 26

These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in a defined area of Colchester, Essex, on 31 July 2026.

The restriction applies from 05:00 to 17:00 UTC (06:00 to 18:00 BST) to manage safety and security risks associated with a large public gathering.

The rules apply to all unmanned aircraft pilots, except those who obtain specific permission from the Essex Police Counter-UAS Bronze Commander.

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The Supply of Machinery (Safety) (Amendment etc.) and the EU Machinery Regulation (Enforcement etc. in Northern Ireland) Regulations 2026

These regulations grant the Care Quality Commission (CQC) the authority to review and assess how local authorities in England perform their adult social care duties under Part 1 of the Care Act 2014.

By prescribing these functions as 'regulated' activities for the purposes of assessment, the document enables the CQC to apply its inspection framework to local government social services.

The provisions apply to all local authorities in England responsible for social care and the CQC as the regulatory body.

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