Education Department Proposed Priorities for Comprehensive Centers Program

The U.S. Department of Education has published proposed priorities, requirements, and definitions for the Comprehensive Centers Program. These proposed changes are open for public comment and aim to update the program's operational framework.

Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 Commencement Regulations

The Scottish Ministers have issued regulations to bring specific provisions of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 into force on various dates between April 2026 and October 2026. These regulations detail the commencement of sections related to rent assessments, rent control areas, and reporting duties.

Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024 Amendment Regulations 2026

The Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024 Amendment Regulations 2026 amend the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024, modifying provisions related to required scheme content. These regulations come into force on April 1, 2026.

Renters' Rights Act 2025 Commencement Regulations for Scotland

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (Commencement) (Scotland) Regulations 2026, bringing into force key provisions related to discrimination in the rental market. These regulations, effective May 1, 2026, prohibit discrimination based on children or benefits status and address discriminatory terms in tenancies, securities, and insurance contracts.

Building Safety Act 2022 (Consequential Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2026

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Building Safety Act 2022 (Consequential Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2026, which amend existing legislation to replace references to 'plans' with 'applications for building control approval'. These regulations come into force on July 1, 2026, and apply to Wales.

Central Rating List (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Central Rating List (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2026, effective March 31, 2026. These regulations amend the Central Rating List (England) Regulations 2005 by substituting Part 12 of the Schedule, which details long-distance pipe-line hereditaments and designated persons.

Visitor Levy Appeals Scotland Regulations 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Visitor Levy (Reviews and Appeals) (Scotland) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations establish the process for reviewing decisions and appealing penalties related to the visitor levy scheme in Scotland.

National Health Insurance Company v. Daphne Lever - Insurance Venue Dispute

The Mississippi Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision in National Health Insurance Company v. Daphne Lever, finding that venue was proper in Madison County, not Hinds County. The case involves a dispute over medical insurance coverage and the proper location for legal proceedings.

Palmer's Grocery Inc. v. Chandler's JKE, Inc. - Contract Dispute

The Mississippi Supreme Court reversed and remanded a Lee County Circuit Court decision in Palmer's Grocery Inc. v. Chandler's JKE, Inc. The case involves a dispute over an oral agreement for the sale of a grocery store. The appellees were taxed with the costs of the appeal.

Mississippi Supreme Court Amends Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Rules

The Mississippi Supreme Court has granted an expedited petition to amend the Rules and Regulations for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. The amendments, effective immediately, include a new $50.00 fee for sponsors seeking approval to hold CLE programs that charge Mississippi attorneys. The order was entered on September 23, 2025.