United Kingdom

England Planning Regulations Modify Compulsory Purchase Act 2004

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 (Local Planning) (Modification and Consequential Amendments) (England) Regulations 2026, effective March 25, 2026. These regulations modify Part 2 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 concerning joint local plans and joint supplementary plans.

Income Tax Exemption for Social Security Benefits Regulations 2026

The UK Treasury has issued the Income Tax (Exemption of Social Security Benefits) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations modify the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003 to exempt payments from the Crisis and Resilience Fund from income tax.

The Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued The Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026, which come into force on March 25, 2026. These regulations provide updated rules for local planning authorities in England, exercising powers under the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

Glass Containers from China Anti-Dumping Investigation Initiation

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into glass containers originating from China. Interested parties can register their interest and submit relevant documents through the official case portal.

CMA Referral of Viking CCUS Development Fund Subsidy

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has accepted a request for advice from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) regarding a proposed subsidy for the Viking Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Development Fund. The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) will provide a report evaluating DESNZ's assessment of the subsidy's compliance with subsidy control requirements.

CMA Private Dental Services Market Study Engagement Guidance

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the UK's private dental services sector, focusing on market performance and potential improvements. The CMA is inviting views on the proposed scope, with a deadline for responses on April 2, 2026.

CMA Call for Evidence: Private Dental Services Consumer Experience

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a call for evidence regarding consumers' experiences with private dental services in the UK. The consultation seeks views on factors influencing choices and payment methods for private treatments and closes on March 19, 2026.

CMA Market Study Private Dental Services - Call for Evidence

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a call for evidence regarding its market study into private dental services. Dental professionals are invited to share their experiences and insights on challenges within the sector, with the evidence submission deadline set for March 19, 2026.

CMA Launches Private Dental Services Market Study

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the supply of private dental services in the UK. The CMA is inviting views from consumers and dental professionals by April 2, 2026, on the proposed scope of the study.

CMA Market Study into Private Dentistry Sector

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the £8 billion private dentistry sector. The CMA is seeking views from consumers and dental professionals to assess market functioning and identify potential issues.