Trade Legislation

Laws governing international trade, customs procedures, trade agreements, and commercial relations.

The Nuclear Safeguards (EU Exit and Fees) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

These Regulations amend existing nuclear safeguards and fee structures to update reporting requirements, terminology, and administrative timelines for operators of qualifying nuclear facilities in the United Kingdom.

They direct operators to provide more detailed design information, extended records retention, and adjusted notice periods for the import and export of nuclear material while authorizing the Office for Nuclear Regulation to recover costs for its expanded oversight activities.

These rules apply to all nuclear facility operators, carriers, and agents handling qualifying nuclear material across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

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The Trade (Mobile Roaming) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

These Regulations lower the maximum wholesale rates that mobile service providers may charge each other for roaming services in specific territories covered by the UK-EEA EFTA Free Trade Agreement.

The order reduces the price caps for making telephone calls and sending SMS messages, and establishes a two-stage reduction for data transmission charges.

These changes apply to mobile network operators providing roaming services under the international agreement between the UK, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway.

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Correction to Service Provision Regulation Numbering

Published: Sun 19th Jul 26

This document issues a technical correction to The Provision of Services (Amendment and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026.

It modifies Regulation 6 to ensure the correct alphanumeric reference is used within the text.

The correction applies to any person or agency interpreting or enforcing the service provision standards established by the original 2026 instrument.

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The REACH (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

These Regulations extend the statutory timeframes for the submission of chemical safety data and the performance of compliance checks under the UK REACH framework.

They reduce the immediate administrative burden on businesses by pushing back deadlines for providing full registration dossiers to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and simultaneously extend the window of time for the HSE to complete its evaluation of those dossiers.

The measures apply to all manufacturers, importers, and downstream users of chemical substances in England, Wales, and Scotland.

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The Modification of the Law (British Steel Limited Property Transfer) Regulations 2026

These Regulations modify several areas of UK law—including employment, freedom of information, insolvency, and procurement—to facilitate the transfer of property and liabilities from British Steel Limited (ACo) to a state-owned company, SPV 2026 Limited (BCo).

They ensure all British Steel employees are transferred to the new entity while removing the statutory duty to consult with employee representatives during this specific process.

The instrument further exempts the new company from transparency requirements under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and public procurement rules under the Procurement Act 2023, while protecting government ministers and agencies from being legally classified as shadow directors.

These provisions apply to the Secretary of State, UK Government Investments Limited, and the personnel and management of the involved companies starting 16 July 2026.

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The British Steel Limited Property Transfer Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 16th Jul 26

These Regulations transfer nearly all property, rights, and liabilities of British Steel Limited (ACo) to SPV 2026 Limited (BCo), a company owned by the Secretary of State, effective 16 July 2026.

The instrument excludes specific financial obligations, such as intra-group debts and unsecured loans, which remain with the original company.

It mandates that BCo assume the legal identity of British Steel Limited for the purpose of existing contracts and legal proceedings, while ACo is renamed 2026 Transferor Company Limited and BCo is renamed British Steel Limited.

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The Pleasure Craft (Arrival and Report) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Published: Wed 15th Jul 26

These Regulations update the procedures for pleasure craft entering United Kingdom ports, primarily by establishing a clear legal basis for electronic arrival reporting.

They mandate that the person responsible for a vessel must notify customs of their arrival and submit a formal report, either electronically, by telephone, or in person, and permit these actions to be taken before the vessel actually arrives.

Additionally, the instrument requires vessels to fly the 'Q' signal flag upon entering port limits until an officer authorizes its removal, and it updates references to ensure pleasure craft are governed by these specific rules rather than general shipping regulations.

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The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Transitory Provision) Regulations 2026

These regulations establish temporary administrative rules for the introduction of the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) between January 2027 and June 2028.

They direct HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to apply modified registration deadlines, accounting periods, and payment dates for importers who trigger CBAM liabilities during the initial rollout.

The measures apply to any person or business importing carbon-intensive goods that fall under the scope of the Finance Act 2026.

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