Transport Legislation

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

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Falmouth, Cornwall) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Wed 23rd Sept 26

Established an emergency restricted flying zone below 5,000 feet around Falmouth, Cornwall.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace in the vicinity of Falmouth, Cornwall, in response to an ongoing emergency.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below 5,000 feet above mean sea level within a 1.5 nautical mile radius of a specified central coordinate, unless authorized by the police. These restrictions apply to all civilian and commercial pilots and take effect immediately upon the signing of the instrument.

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The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (Commencement No. 3 and Transitional Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Extended the transitional period for Alternative Dispute Resolution providers from 5 October 2026 to 7 January 2027.


These Regulations amend the transitional provisions of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 to extend the deadline for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) providers and special ADR arrangements to comply with new requirements.

The document changes the end date of the transitional period from 5 October 2026 to 7 January 2027.

This extension applies to ADR providers, particularly those in the aviation sector, and enables the Civil Aviation Authority to be integrated as a competent authority within the new regulatory framework.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 22nd Sept 26

Restricted the flying of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet near Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, between 22 and 26 September 2026 for national defence reasons.


These Regulations prohibit unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,200 feet above mean sea level within a specified area around Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators from 22 September 2026 to 26 September 2026, unless they obtain permission from the Ministry of Defence Police or are already subject to existing airspace restrictions for nuclear installations or military prohibited places.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Air Force Lossiemouth) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 22nd Sept 26

Established a temporary restricted airspace around RAF Lossiemouth for flying displays on 1 October 2026.


These Regulations prohibit aircraft from flying below 8,000 feet above mean sea level within a specified 6-nautical-mile radius of Royal Air Force Lossiemouth on 1 October 2026.

The restriction applies between 11:15 and 12:45 Co-ordinated Universal Time to accommodate high-energy manoeuvres during the Royal Air Force Number 1 Group Industry Day.

Pilots may only enter this airspace if they have obtained specific permission from the designated Flying Display Directors or the air traffic control unit at RAF Lossiemouth.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Air Force Coningsby) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Established a temporary no-fly zone below 8,500 feet around RAF Coningsby for a flying display on 26 September 2026.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace around Royal Air Force Coningsby to facilitate a flying display.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below 8,500 feet within a 6-nautical-mile radius of the station during a specified window on 26 September 2026.

These restrictions apply to all pilots and aircraft operators, except those granted specific permission by the Lincolnshire Terminal Air Traffic Control Centre or the Air Traffic Control units at RAF Coningsby or RAF Waddington.

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The Street Works (Charges for Occupation of the Highway) (No. 2) Order 2026

Authorized fourteen local authorities to charge daily fees for roadworks carried out during busy times on specific highways.


This Order authorizes fourteen local highway authorities in England to implement 'lane rental' schemes, requiring utility companies and other works promoters to pay daily charges for occupying specific roads at traffic-sensitive times.

It applies to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, Durham County Council, Kirklees Council, Leeds City Council, the London Boroughs of Barnet, Hammersmith and Fulham, Havering, Redbridge, Southwark, Sutton, and Tower Hamlets, the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames, Southampton City Council, and Wakefield Council.

These authorities gain the legal status of 'Approved Authorities' under the 2012 Regulations, allowing them to levy and manage these occupation charges according to their individual submitted schemes.

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

Published: Thu 17th Sept 26

Cancelled emergency flight restrictions in Chapeltown, South Yorkshire, effective immediately on 17 September 2026.


These Regulations revoke previous emergency restrictions on flying in the Chapeltown area of South Yorkshire. They restore unrestricted access to the airspace for all aircraft by cancelling the Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Chapeltown, South Yorkshire) (Emergency) Regulations 2026.

The order applies to all civil aviation operators and pilots who were previously prohibited from entering the designated zone.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 17th Sept 26

Established a temporary restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft near Liverpool's Royal Albert Dock during the 2026 Labour Party Conference.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft, commonly known as drones, at altitudes below 1,300 feet within a 1.5 nautical mile radius of Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators from 11:00 UTC on 26 September 2026 until 22:59 UTC on 30 September 2026, coinciding with the Labour Party Conference.

The Merseyside Police Counter-UAS Team is authorized to grant specific exemptions to this prohibition.

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