Justice Legislation
Laws relating to criminal justice, court procedures, legal services, law enforcement, and judicial administration.
Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft in two designated zones in Middlesbrough during specified hours on 8 September 2026.
These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in two specific circular areas near Middlesbrough on 8 September 2026.
The restrictions apply between 0600 and 2000 Co-ordinated Universal Time (UTC) to all drone operators, except those granted specific permission by the Cleveland Police Drone Unit.
The Secretary of State issued these directions to ensure public safety and security in the specified vicinity.
The M5 Motorway (Junctions 1 to 3) (60 Miles Per Hour Speed Limit) Regulations 2022 (Revocation) Regulations 2026
Classified fifteen synthetic opioids and one synthetic cannabinoid as Class A controlled drugs effective 20 March 2024.
This Order amends Schedule 2 to the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 to classify several synthetic opioids and a synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonist as Class A controlled drugs.
It places fifteen specific nitazene compounds and related substances, along with cumyl-peglaclone, under the strictest tier of drug control in the United Kingdom.
The measures apply to all individuals and entities within the UK, subjecting the possession, production, and supply of these substances to criminal penalties associated with Class A drugs.
The Housing Benefit (Earned Income Disregards) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
Removed the £250,000 cap on variable monetary penalties for environmental offenses in England.
This Order amends the Environmental Civil Sanctions (England) Order 2010 by removing the £250,000 limit on variable monetary penalties that the Environment Agency and Natural England can impose.
It applies to environmental offenses committed in England, allowing regulators to issue unlimited fines for breaches of regulations concerning water quality, waste, and permit conditions.
The revised penalty structure applies only to offenses occurring on or after 1 December 2023.
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Tenby) Regulations 2026
Restricted the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,400 feet in Tenby during a public gathering in September 2026.
These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft, commonly known as drones, within a specified radius of Tenby, Pembrokeshire, between 05:00 UTC on 12 September 2026 and 01:00 UTC on 14 September 2026.
The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft flying below 1,400 feet above mean sea level, unless they have received explicit permission from the Dyfed-Powys Police Service. The Department for Transport issued these rules to manage public safety during a scheduled mass gathering in the area.
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Middlesborough) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
Restricted unmanned aircraft flight in specific Middlesbrough zones for public safety on 7 September 2026.
These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in two specific areas of Middlesbrough on 7 September 2026.
The restrictions apply to all drone operators between 06:00 and 20:00 UTC, except those with express permission from the Cleveland Police Drone Unit.
The Secretary of State for Transport issued these directions under the Air Navigation Order 2016 to ensure public safety and security within circles of 1.08 nautical miles centered on specified geographic coordinates.
UK Carbon Border Tax Correction Issued
Corrected a typographical error in a statutory instrument reference within the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Administrative Provisions) Regulations 2026.
This document issues a formal correction to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Administrative Provisions) Regulations 2026.
It specifically amends a typographical error found on page 5, footnote (b), replacing a reference to 'S.I. 2019/915' with 'S.I. 2019/715'.
The correction ensures the accurate citation of statutory instruments within the legislative framework governing carbon border adjustments.
Correction Slip for Armed Forces Sentencing Review Rules
Corrected typographical errors and statutory references in the regulations governing Court Martial sentence reviews.
This document issues technical corrections to a previous statutory instrument concerning the review of sentences passed by the Court Martial.
It rectifies erroneous citations of primary legislation, including the Sentencing Act 2020, and reorders footnote numbering to ensure internal consistency within the regulations.
These corrections apply to the Ministry of Defence, the Judge Advocate General, and legal professionals operating within the service justice system.
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Middlesborough) Regulations 2026
Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft in two areas of Middlesbrough on 4 September 2026 for public safety and security.
These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft within two specific circular areas in Middlesbrough on 4 September 2026 between 0600 and 2000 UTC. The restrictions apply to all drone operators unless they have obtained specific permission from the Cleveland Police Drone Unit.
The order establishes two restricted zones with radii of 1.08 nautical miles, one capped at 1,200 feet and the other at 1,100 feet above mean sea level.