UK

DfE Seeks Careers Advisor CPD Programme Design and Delivery

The UK Department for Education (DfE) has published an early notice for a procurement opportunity to design and deliver a national Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme for careers advisors. The contract is valued between £0 and £1,220,000 and is expected to commence in September 2026.

A66 NTP Manned Security Contract Opportunity

Kier Transportation has published a contract notice for manned security services for the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine route, valued at £200,000. The opportunity is open for suppliers to apply, with a closing date of March 30, 2026.

Scaffold Bridge Contract Opportunity

UK Government's Contracts Finder service has published a notice for a scaffold bridge contract opportunity. The contract is valued between £30,000 and £75,000 and closes for applications on March 18, 2026.

Police Pensions (Member Contributions) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Police Pensions (Member Contributions) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) (England and Wales) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations amend the Police Pensions Regulations 2015, specifically altering provisions related to member contributions and pensionable earnings for police officers in England and Wales.

Social Security Order Modifies Acts for India Contributions Agreement

The UK Government has issued the Social Security (Contributions) (Republic of India) Order 2026, modifying relevant UK legislation to give effect to a new Social Security Agreement with India. This agreement aims to coordinate social security contributions between the two countries.

Enterprise Act 2002 (Bodies Designated to make Super-complaints) (Amendment) Order 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Enterprise Act 2002 (Bodies Designated to make Super-complaints) (Amendment) Order 2026, adding Consumer Scotland to the list of designated bodies that can make super-complaints to the Competition and Markets Authority. This amendment comes into force on April 6, 2026.

UK Paternity Leave Rules Amended for Overseas Adoptions

The UK government has issued the Employment Rights Act 1996 (Application of Section 80B to Adoptions from Overseas) (Amendment) Regulations 2026, amending rules regarding paternity leave for overseas adoptions. These regulations come into force on March 10, 2026.

NHS Dental Regulations Amendment 2026

The National Health Service (Primary Dental Services and Dental Charges) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 amend existing NHS dental regulations in England and Wales. Key changes include revised definitions for 'complete' and 'urgent treatment', and the introduction of new terms related to fluoride varnish treatments and contract values. These regulations come into force on April 1, 2026.

Welsh Language and Education Act 2025 Commencement Order

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Welsh Language and Education (Wales) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 1 and Transitional and Transitory Provision) Order 2026. This order brings various provisions of the 2025 Act into force on April 1, 2026, and August 1, 2027, relating to Welsh language speakers, standards, education, and a national framework.

Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

The UK Treasury and Secretary of State have issued the Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2026. These regulations amend existing customs legislation, primarily updating tariff versions and definitions. The majority of the provisions come into force on April 1, 2026.