UK New Legislation

Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions) (Fixed Penalty) (Wales) Amendment Regulations 2026

The Welsh Ministers have amended the Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions) (Fixed Penalty) (Wales) Regulations 2003. These amendments, effective September 30, 2026, increase fixed penalty amounts for stationary idling offences and specify how these penalties must be used for air quality improvement measures.

Scottish Aggregates Tax Rate Set at £2.16 per Tonne

The Scottish Ministers have set the Scottish Aggregates Tax rate at £2.16 per tonne of taxable aggregate. These regulations, made on March 3, 2026, come into force on April 1, 2026, establishing the initial tax rate under the Aggregates Tax and Devolved Taxes Administration (Scotland) Act 2024.

Human Trafficking Scotland Act 2015 Commencement Regulations

The Scottish Ministers have issued regulations to bring into force Section 38 of the Human Trafficking and Exploitation (Scotland) Act 2015. These regulations, effective February 1, 2027, mandate notifications regarding adult victims of human trafficking who have not consented to enter the National Referral Mechanism.

Scottish Statutory Instrument Amends Voting Rules

A Scottish Statutory Instrument has been published that amends existing voting rules. The changes are set to take effect in 2027, impacting political organizations and government agencies involved in electoral processes.

Wales Infrastructure Consent Fees Amendment Regulations 2026

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Infrastructure Consent (Fees) (Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2026, amending the 2025 Regulations. These amendments introduce new fees for applications to change or revoke infrastructure consent orders and for proposed applications, effective March 16, 2026.

Scottish Languages Act 2025 Commencement Regulations 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Scottish Languages Act 2025 (Commencement No. 2) Regulations 2026, bringing specific sections of the Act into force on various dates throughout 2026 and 2027. These regulations appoint commencement dates for provisions related to linguistic significance in local government areas and support for Gaelic language institutions.

Wales Regulations Amend Annual Returns for Social Care

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Annual Returns (Miscellaneous Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations amend existing rules for annual returns in social care, introducing new requirements for restricted children's services and publication timelines.

Local Government Pension Scheme Member Benefits Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has made the Local Government Pension Scheme (Miscellaneous Amendments) (Member Benefits) Regulations 2026. These regulations amend previous statutory instruments related to public service pensions and are issued due to identified defects. They come into force upon making.

Wildlife Management Muirburn Scotland Act 2024 Commencement No 3

The Scottish Ministers have issued regulations to bring into force key provisions of the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024. These regulations, effective July 1, 2026, specifically target the prohibition of glue traps, including their use, supply, and possession, along with associated enforcement powers.

UK Statutory Instrument Restricts Flying in Appleby-in-Westmorland

A new UK Statutory Instrument, SI 2026/219, has been issued to restrict flying in the Appleby-in-Westmorland area. This rule imposes new limitations on aviation activities within a specified zone.