Transport Legislation

Legislative framework for transportation systems, road safety, public transport, aviation, and maritime matters.

The M25 Junction 10/A3 Wisley Interchange Development Consent (Amendment) Order 2026

Published: Thu 16th Jul 26

Adjusted speed limit classifications, road lengths, and traffic regulation plans for the M25 Junction 10 and A3 interchange project.


Amends the M25 Junction 10/A3 Wisley Interchange Development Consent Order 2022 to modify speed limit classifications and technical documentation.

It removes specific national speed limit designations for the M25 main carriageway and slip roads from the original order, as these are regulated by separate variable speed limit legislation.

The order also revises the recorded lengths of free-flow slip lanes between the A3 and M25 and updates the certified version of the Speed Limits and Traffic Regulation Plans used for the project.

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The West Midlands Combined Authority (Key Route Network) (Amendment) Order 2026

Substituted a dynamic road designation process for a fixed list of highways managed by the West Midlands Combined Authority.


This Order amends the West Midlands Combined Authority (Functions and Amendment) Order 2017 to modify how highways are designated for management by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA).

It replaces the fixed list of 'Combined Authority roads' with a dynamic 'key route network' that the WMCA may designate or alter under powers granted by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.

The Order applies to the WMCA and its constituent councils, transferring the ability to exercise functions related to permit schemes and apparatus affected by highway works from a defined schedule to any road designated within the key route network.

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The Dunham Bridge (Revision of Tolls) Order 2026

Published: Thu 16th Jul 26

Authorized new maximum toll charges for the Dunham Bridge and revoked the 2023 tolling regulations.


This Order authorizes the Dunham Bridge Company to increase the maximum tolls charged for vehicles using the Dunham Bridge starting 1 August 2026.

It establishes a new price schedule based on vehicle type, carrying capacity, and wheel count, while maintaining a specific discount for users of a pre-paid card scheme until July 2028.

The Order applies to all motorists crossing the bridge and revokes the previous tolling order from 2023.

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

Published: Wed 15th Jul 26

Authorized electronic customs reporting for recreational vessels and updated signal flag requirements for entering UK ports.


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 Civil Procedure (Amendment No. 2) Rules 2026

Reorganized High Court specialist lists into a new Business and Property Division and introduced procedural rules for anti-social behaviour respect orders.


These Rules amend the Civil Procedure Rules 1998 to restructure several High Court divisions and introduce new procedural requirements for specific claim types.

They establish the Business and Property Division, absorbing the functions of the Admiralty Court, Commercial Court, and Technology and Construction Court, and redefine the role of the President of this division.

The rules also introduce a new Section IX to Part 65 for managing 'respect orders' under anti-social behaviour legislation, revise arbitration appeal timelines, and update traffic enforcement procedures to align with current debt recovery regulations.

These changes apply to legal practitioners, litigants, and court officers involved in civil litigation within the High Court and County Court of England and Wales.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Blandford Forum) Regulations 2026

Restricted unmanned aircraft flight near Blandford Forum for a Royal visit on 16 July 2026.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft within a specific radius of Blandford Forum, Dorset, on 16 July 2026.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft flying below 1,300 feet above mean sea level between 09:00 and 15:00 UTC, unless they have received explicit permission from the Dorset Police Drone Team.

These measures are intended to facilitate public safety and security during a scheduled Royal visit.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Cardiff) Regulations 2026

Prohibited unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,100 feet within a specific area of Cardiff on 16 July 2026.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft within a specific circular area in Cardiff on 16 July 2026.

The flight ban applies below 1,100 feet above mean sea level between 11:00 and 16:00 UTC to ensure public safety during a VIP visit and a large public gathering.

The restrictions apply to all unmanned aircraft pilots and operators, except those granted specific permission by the South Wales Police Drone Team.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Dovestones Reservoir, Manchester) (Emergency) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 14th Jul 26

Established an emergency restricted flight zone below 3,000 feet around Dovestones Reservoir.


These Regulations prohibit all aircraft from flying below 3,000 feet above mean sea level within a 2.5 nautical mile radius of Dovestones Reservoir, Manchester.

The Secretary of State for Transport issued these restrictions in response to an unspecified emergency, granting Derbyshire Police the authority to exempt specific flights through directed instructions.

The rules apply to all civilian and commercial pilots operating in the vicinity of the reservoir from the moment of signing at 2.30 p.m. on 14 July 2026.

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