Transport Legislation

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

The Port of Tyne Harbour Revision Order 2026

Modernised the Port of Tyne's governance structure, consolidated statutory harbour powers, and updated the Authority's regulatory and financial framework.


The Port of Tyne Harbour Revision Order 2026 establishes a revised constitution for the Port of Tyne Authority and defines the updated geographic and legal limits of its jurisdiction.

It grants the Authority specific powers regarding financial management, including borrowing and the maintenance of a reserve fund, and authorises the collection of various dues and charges.

The order empowers the harbour master to issue general and special directions to vessels and vehicles for safety and efficiency, while also establishing mandatory advisory bodies to represent port stakeholders.

It applies to the Port of Tyne Authority, vessel masters, port users, and relevant statutory undertakers within the defined port limits.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Yorkshire Wildlife Park, South Yorkshire) (Emergency) (Revocation) Regulations 2026

Revoked the emergency flight restrictions over Yorkshire Wildlife Park with immediate effect.


These Regulations revoke the emergency flight restrictions previously imposed over Yorkshire Wildlife Park in South Yorkshire. The Secretary of State for Transport directs that the prohibition on flying in this area is no longer required in the public interest, effectively restoring normal airspace access to all pilots and aircraft operators.

The measures take effect immediately from the time of signing on 15 October 2026.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Yorkshire Wildlife Park, South Yorkshire) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Prohibited unmanned aircraft from flying below 2,000 feet within a one-nautical-mile radius of Yorkshire Wildlife Park due to an emergency.


These Regulations establish an emergency restricted airspace around Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster to prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft.

The order forbids any unmanned aircraft from flying below 2,000 feet above mean sea level within a one-nautical-mile radius of the park's coordinates.

The restrictions apply to all drone operators except those flying under the specific direction of the South Yorkshire Police.

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The Employment Rights Act 2025 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026

Commenced workplace sexual harassment protections and expanded trade union recognition and access rights from 30 October 2026.


These Regulations bring several major provisions of the Employment Rights Act 2025 into force on 30 October 2026, primarily concerning workplace harassment protections, seafarers' conditions, and trade union rights.

They mandate that employers take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, introduce liability for third-party harassment, and grant trade unions expanded access to workplaces and facilities for equality representatives.

The order also establishes transitional rules to ensure that ongoing trade union recognition applications filed before the commencement date continue under the previous legal framework.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Tottenham, London) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Prohibited unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,100 feet within a 0.25 nautical mile radius of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on two specific dates in October 2026.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft at or below 1,100 feet above mean sea level within a specific radius of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 4 October and 11 October 2026.

The restrictions apply to all drone operators except those who obtain explicit permission from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Head of Security.

The Secretary of State issued these orders to ensure public safety and security during events involving large crowds.

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

Established a temporary restricted airspace around Windsor for a state visit on 20 October 2026.


These Regulations prohibit aircraft from flying below 2,500 feet above mean sea level in a specified area around Windsor on 20 October 2026.

The restrictions apply between 06:00 and 23:00 UTC to accommodate security for a state visit.

The rules apply to all civilian aircraft except those under the direction of specific air traffic control units for London Heathrow, London City, or RAF Northolt, and designated emergency or royal flights.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Wed 30th Sept 26

Prohibited unauthorized flight below 9,500 feet within a five-nautical-mile radius of RAF Fairford due to an emergency.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace around RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire following an unspecified emergency.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below Flight Level 95 (approximately 9,500 feet) within a five-nautical-mile radius of the base, unless they are operating under the direction of the Royal Air Force Brize Norton Air Traffic Control Unit.

These rules apply to all civilian and unauthorized military aircraft and took effect immediately at 3:30 p.m. on 30 September 2026.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Whelford, Gloucestershire) (Emergency) (Revocation) Regulations 2026

Published: Wed 30th Sept 26

Revoked emergency flight restrictions in Whelford, Gloucestershire, with immediate effect.


These Regulations revoke previous emergency flight restrictions in the vicinity of Whelford, Gloucestershire. The Secretary of State for Transport directs that the earlier prohibition on aircraft movements in this area is no longer required for public safety.

The instrument applies to all civil aircraft pilots and operators, restoring standard airspace access with immediate effect from 1:25 p.m. on 30 September 2026.

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