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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Critical Third Parties (Designation) Regulations 2026 designates four specific technology service providers as 'critical third parties' under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.

It applies to Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL, Google Cloud EMEA Limited, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, and Oracle Corporation UK Limited.

By designating these entities, the Treasury subjects them to a regulatory framework intended to manage risks to the stability of the UK financial system stemming from the services they provide to financial institutions.