Local Government Legislation
Legislative framework for local authority powers, council operations, municipal services, and community governance.
The Finance Act 2026 (Registration of Tax Advisers) (Exceptions) Regulations 2026
These Regulations expand the list of exceptions to the mandatory tax adviser registration regime established by the Finance Act 2026.
They exempt individuals acting as Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) representatives for Northern Ireland VAT, advisers dealing with taxes not payable to HMRC such as council tax, and those providing property valuations through the Valuation Office. The requirements apply to tax advisers interacting with His Majesty's Revenue and Customs, narrowing the scope of who must register under the national regime starting 17 August 2026.
The Government of Wales Act 2006 (Increase of Capital Borrowing Limits) Order 2026
This Order increases the maximum amount of money the Welsh Ministers can borrow to fund capital expenditure.
It amends section 122A(1) of the Government of Wales Act 2006, raising the aggregate borrowing limit from £1,000 million to £1,100 million.
The Order applies to the Welsh Government and comes into force on 16 July 2026, extending to the whole of the United Kingdom to ensure the statutory change is recognized across all legal jurisdictions.
The Equality Act 2010 (Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations) (Commencement) Order 2026
This Order brings into force a revised Code of Practice issued by the Commission for Equality and Human Rights regarding services, public functions, and associations under the Equality Act 2010.
It applies to any person or organization providing services to the public, exercising public functions, or managing associations in England, Wales, and Scotland.
The Order ensures the 2026 Code of Practice takes effect immediately after the revocation of the previous 2011 version, providing a statutory basis for the new guidance to be used in legal proceedings.
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) (Notification Requirements) Regulations 2026
These regulations define the procedural and informational requirements for persons responsible for "qualifying premises" and "qualifying events" to notify the Security Industry Authority.
They establish specific timeframes for initial registration and the updating of inaccurate information, ranging from 14 to 28 days depending on the nature of the entity.
The regulations apply to owners and operators of venues and events across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland that meet the criteria of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, mandating the submission of detailed operational, contact, and licensing data via a specified online portal.
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Bedford, Bedfordshire) Regulations 2026
These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in a specified area of Bedford, Bedfordshire, on July 18 and 19, 2026.
The restrictions apply to all unmanned aircraft pilots and operators, except those who receive explicit permission from the Bedford Borough Council Events Management Team.
The Secretary of State for Transport issued these measures to manage airspace safety during a planned mass gathering of people.
The Licensing Act 2003 (FIFA World Cup Licensing Hours) (Amendment) (No. 2) Order 2026
This Order modifies the licensing framework for premises in England and Wales during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
It directs that existing licensing hour extensions for specific matches—including quarter-finals, semi-finals, the third-place play-off, and the final involving England—be automatically adjusted in the event of match delays, postponements, or re-plays.
The instrument applies to premises regulated under the Licensing Act 2003, permitting them to sell alcohol for consumption on the premises for an additional period ending either 30 minutes after a match concludes or at specified hourly limits, depending on the circumstances of the fixture.
The Ramsey Internal Drainage Board (Reconstitution) Order 2026
This Order confirms a Scheme submitted by the Environment Agency to reconstitute the Ramsey Internal Drainage Board.
It reduces the number of elected members from nine to five and provides for the initial appointment of these members by the Secretary of State.
The Order guarantees that all existing property, rights, and obligations of the previous Board transfer to the newly reconstituted entity, affecting the governance of land drainage in specific English regions.
The Biodiversity Gain (Town and Country Planning) (Amendments and Transitional Provisions) (England) Regulations 2026
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.