Technology Legislation

Regulations governing digital technology, cybersecurity, data protection, and technological innovation.

The Official Controls (Amendment) Regulations 2025

Published: Tue 4th Feb 25

The Official Controls (Amendment) Regulations 2025 modernize UK import control procedures for animals, food, and plants following Brexit.

The regulations expand the role of plant health officers, introduce digital certification options, allow more flexible locations for controls, and create new exemption powers for low-risk goods.

They establish civil sanctions and appeals processes while updating various technical requirements across multiple related regulations to align with new border control procedures.