Technology Legislation

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

The Registration of Births, Deaths, Marriages and Civil Partnerships (Fees) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Amended the 2016 Fees Regulations to update terminology and specify fee recipients for birth, death, and marriage registration services following the introduction of electronic registers.


These regulations amend the Registration of Births, Deaths, Marriages and Civil Partnerships (Fees) Regulations 2016 to adjust the administrative handling of fees in England and Wales.

They redefine the officials to whom fees are payable for register entries and corrections, specifically distinguishing between records created before and after July 1, 2009.

The measures apply to registrars and superintendent registrars, removing references to physical 'custody' of registers to accommodate the transition to electronic record-keeping.

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The Wireless Telegraphy (Direct to Device Satellite Communications) (Exemption) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Published: Mon 22nd Jun 26

Expanded the frequency bands and adjusted transmission power limits for license-exempt direct-to-device satellite communication apparatus.


These Regulations amend the Wireless Telegraphy (Direct to Device Satellite Communications) (Exemption) Regulations 2026 to include additional frequency bands in the licensing exemption for satellite-to-device communications.

They authorize the establishment, installation, and use of wireless telegraphy apparatus within the 880.1-885.1 Megahertz and 925.1-930.1 Megahertz ranges without a formal license, provided specific power limits are met.

The regulations apply to any person or entity operating apparatus, such as mobile phones, capable of direct communication with satellite systems using the specified frequencies and GSM standards.

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Footnote Correction for Data and Digital Economy Rules

Published: Sun 21st Jun 26

Corrected a typographical error in a footnote of the 2026 No. 126 (C. 12) regulations regarding data and digital economy legislation.


This statutory instrument correction identifies and rectifies a typographical error in a footnote within secondary legislation related to the Digital Economy Act 2017 and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.

It specifies that a citation previously listed as paragraph 28(7) must be understood as paragraph 18(7).

The correction applies to the published version of the 2026 No. 126 (C. 12) regulations under the authority of the King's Printer of Acts of Parliament.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Newport, Wales) Regulations 2026

The instrument imposed temporary altitude and location restrictions on unmanned aircraft flying near Newport, Wales, on June 16th, 2026.


These Regulations impose temporary restrictions on the flying of unmanned aircraft (drones) below 1,100 feet above mean sea level within two narrowly defined geographical areas near Newport, Wales, specifically between 0900 and 2200 hours Co-ordinated Universal Time on June 16th, 2026, citing public safety and security as the necessity, while exempting activities authorized by the Gwent Police Drone Team.

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The Power to Award Degrees etc. (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) (Amendment) Order 2026

Published: Tue 16th Jun 26

Extended the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering's temporary degree-awarding powers until 30 November 2027.


This Order extends the period during which the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) is authorized to grant taught degrees.

It amends a 2023 Order to change the expiration date of these powers from 30 November 2026 to 30 November 2027.

The Order applies to the Office for Students and NMITE, following a review of the provider's educational standards and quality.

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Textual Corrections to Drug Precursor Regulations

Published: Mon 15th Jun 26

The document corrects two textual errors within Regulation 6 of the preceding Controlled Drugs (Drug Precursors) (Amendment and Revocation) Regulations 2026.


This document serves as an official correction notice for The Controlled Drugs (Drug Precursors) (Amendment and Revocation) Regulations 2026, addressing two specific typographical errors found on page 9 of the original instrument; the first error involves correcting the placement reference in regulation 6(9)(b) from 'in the third place' to 'in the second place', and the second error corrects the misplaced quotation marks in regulation 6(21)(a) concerning the phrase 'the United Kingdom'.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (The Victory Show, Cosby) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 12th Jun 26

Regulations imposed temporary flight restrictions below 4,000 feet around Cosby for The Victory Show between September 4th and 6th, 2026.


The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (The Victory Show, Cosby) Regulations 2026 enforce temporary limitations on aircraft operations below 4,000 feet above mean sea level within a 3.5 nautical mile radius centred at 523314N 0011234W between September 4th and September 6th, 2026, specifically to ensure public safety during flying displays scheduled at The Victory Show in Cosby.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Crystal Palace Park, London) Regulations 2026

Published: Fri 12th Jun 26

The Secretary of State imposed temporary mandatory restrictions on drone flights below 1,400 feet over Crystal Palace Park, London, between June 26 and July 4, 2026, due to large planned gatherings.


These Regulations establish temporary, strict restrictions on the flight of unmanned aircraft (drones) below 1,400 feet above mean sea level within a precisely defined geographical area encompassing Crystal Palace Park, London, for specific periods between June 26 and July 4, 2026, citing the necessity of public safety and security due to planned large public gatherings like music concerts; the restriction provides exemptions only for aircraft operating under specific permission from the event organizer or those managed by police air support units.

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