UK New Legislation

EV Charge Point Operators Street Works Permits

The UK Secretary of State for Transport has enacted regulations bringing Section 49 of the Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 into force. This change grants Electric Vehicle Charge Point Operators the legal right to carry out street works using a permit-based system, replacing the previous section 50 licensing regime.

Income Tax Construction Industry Scheme Amendment Regulations 2026

HM Revenue and Customs has issued the Income Tax (Construction Industry Scheme) (Amendment) Regulations 2026, effective April 6, 2026. These regulations amend the 2005 scheme, introducing new requirements for contractors regarding monthly returns and clarifying payment exemptions for public bodies.

Representation of the People Act 1983 (Security Expenses Exclusion) (Amendment) (Wales) Order 2026

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Representation of the People Act 1983 (Security Expenses Exclusion) (Amendment) (Wales) Order 2026, effective March 13, 2026. This order amends the Representation of the People Act 1983 to extend the exclusion for reasonable security expenses to local government elections in Wales.

Air Navigation (Duxford) Flying Restrictions 2026

This UK Statutory Instrument introduces specific flying restrictions for Duxford in 2026. The instrument details regulations governing air navigation in the specified area and period, aiming to ensure safety and order in airspace usage.

Power to Award Degrees etc. (London School of Innovation Ltd) Order 2026

The Office for Students has issued the Power to Award Degrees etc. (London School of Innovation Ltd) Order 2026. This rule authorises the London School of Innovation Ltd to grant taught awards up to master's level in specific subject areas for a fixed term.

Northern Ireland 20mph Speed Limit Amendment Order 2026

The Northern Ireland 20mph Speed Limit Amendment Order 2026 amends existing speed limit regulations. This rule introduces a new standard speed limit for certain areas within Northern Ireland, effective from January 1, 2026.

Northern Ireland Statutory Rule 2026 No. 48 Road Races

This document introduces Northern Ireland Statutory Rule 2026 No. 48, which pertains to road races. As a statutory rule, it establishes binding regulations for activities within its scope. The rule is effective from January 1, 2026.

HGV Charging Regulations Revocation and Amendments

The UK Secretary of State has revoked the Heavy Goods Vehicles (Charging for the Use of Certain Infrastructure on the Trans-European Road Network) Regulations 2009 and 2014. Consequential amendments have also been made to the Finance Act 2025 and other legislation. These changes are made under the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023.

Online Safety CSEA Reporting Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Online Safety (CSEA Content Reporting by Regulated User-to-User Service Providers) Regulations 2026, effective April 7, 2026. These regulations mandate specific reporting duties for user-to-user service providers regarding Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSEA) content.

Bereaved Partner's Paternity Leave Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Bereaved Partner's Paternity Leave Regulations 2026, which will come into force on April 6, 2026. These regulations establish new terms and conditions for paternity leave for bereaved partners, applying to children whose primary carer dies on or after the effective date.