UK New Legislation

UK Online Safety Act 2023 Amendment

A UK statutory instrument has amended the Online Safety Act 2023, introducing changes to the regulatory framework for online platforms. The specific details of the amendments are available in the latest revised version of the legislation.

UK Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance Up-rating Order 2026

The UK Treasury has issued the Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance Up-rating Order 2026, increasing weekly rates for child benefit and guardian's allowance. These changes, effective April 6, 2026, are a result of a review of price levels in Great Britain.

Northern Ireland Court Fees Increase Order 2026

The Department of Justice in Northern Ireland has issued the Court of Judicature Fees (Amendment) Order 2026, increasing court fees by 5% effective April 1, 2026. The order amends the 1996 Fees Order, with new fee schedules provided for various court actions.

Northern Ireland Judgment Enforcement Fees Increase

The Department of Justice in Northern Ireland has issued the Judgment Enforcement Fees (Amendment) Order 2026, increasing various enforcement fees. These changes, which include phased increases for several fee categories, come into operation on April 1, 2026, with further adjustments scheduled for April 1, 2027, and April 1, 2028.

Fire and Rescue Services (National Framework and Variation of Combination Schemes) (Wales) Order 2026

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Fire and Rescue Services (National Framework and Variation of Combination Schemes) (Wales) Order 2026. This Order revises the Fire and Rescue National Framework for Wales and varies the North Wales Fire Services (Combination Scheme) Order 1995, with different provisions coming into force on March 30, 2026, May 1, 2026, and May 7, 2027.

Air Navigation (Falkirk, Scotland) Emergency Regulations 2026

The UK government has issued the Air Navigation (Falkirk, Scotland) Emergency Regulations 2026, which impose restrictions on flying in the Falkirk area. These regulations are effective from January 1, 2026.

Wales: Compensation for Changing Infrastructure Consent Orders

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Infrastructure Consent (Compensation for Changing or Revoking Infrastructure Consent Orders) (Wales) Regulations 2026, effective March 16, 2026. These regulations establish the process and minimum compensation amount for claims related to changes or revocations of infrastructure consent orders under the Infrastructure (Wales) Act 2024.

Air Navigation (Edinburgh) Emergency Revocation Regulations 2026

The UK Government has issued the Air Navigation (Edinburgh) Emergency Revocation Regulations 2026, revoking previous air navigation orders for Edinburgh. This rule takes effect on January 1, 2026, and impacts aviation operations in the specified region.

A76 Kirkconnel Temporary Speed Restrictions

The UK government has issued a rule implementing temporary 20mph and 40mph speed restrictions on the A76 Kirkconnel. This measure is intended to manage traffic and ensure safety on this section of the road.

Town and Country Planning (England) Amendment Order 2026

The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) (Amendment and Transitional Provision) Order 2026 amends the 2015 Order concerning consultations before planning permission is granted or determined. The changes are effective from March 26, 2026, with transitional provisions for applications made before that date.