Financial Services and Markets Act 2023 Commencement Regulations

The UK Treasury has issued regulations bringing into force specific provisions of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023. These regulations, effective January 1, 2027, revoke certain definitions within the EU's Capital Requirements Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 575/2013). This action is part of the UK's post-Brexit financial regulatory framework.

Financial Services Act Exemption Amendment Order 2026

The UK Treasury has issued the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Exemption) (Amendment) Order 2026, effective March 27, 2026. This order amends the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Exemption) Order 2001 by adding several entities, including British Business Bank plc and its subsidiaries, to the list of persons exempt from regulated activities.

Northern Ireland Workers' Compensation Payment Regulations Amended

The Department for Communities in Northern Ireland has amended the Pneumoconiosis, etc., (Workers’ Compensation) (Payment of Claims) Regulations. These amendments will come into operation on April 1, 2026, and apply to new claims made on or after that date.

Scotland Introduces Land Tax Relief for Investment Zones

The Scottish Ministers have introduced the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Investment Zones Relief) (Scotland) Order 2026, effective February 26, 2026. This order modifies the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Scotland) Act 2013 to provide relief for transactions related to land in designated investment zones.

State AGs Sue DHS, FEMA to Recover Terrorism Grants

Multiple State Attorneys General, led by Colorado AG Phil Weiser, have filed a lawsuit against DHS and FEMA to recover $337,644 in terrorism prevention grants that were abruptly terminated. The states allege the termination was unlawful and a breach of grant agreements.

Colorado Joins Lawsuit Challenging Federal Immunization Policy Overhaul

Colorado, along with other states, has filed a lawsuit challenging the federal government's overhaul of its childhood immunization policy. The lawsuit targets a recent CDC decision memo that downgraded the recommended status of seven childhood vaccines and challenges the appointment of new ACIP members.

Texas Banking Commissioner Cease and Desist Order

The Texas Banking Commissioner has issued an emergency cease and desist order against Child Support Services, Inc., Child Support Services of Atlanta, Inc., and Stuart Clay Cole. The order stems from allegations of operating as an unregistered private child support enforcement agency and engaging in deceptive practices, including mail fraud.

Order Revokes Registration for Empire CSR L.P. Child Support Resources

The Texas Department of Banking has revoked the registration of Empire CSR L.P. d/b/a Child Support Resources. The agency's surety bond lapsed, its owner died, and attempts to contact the firm were unsuccessful, leading to the revocation.

Approved Spent Fuel Storage Casks List: NAC International

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is confirming the effective date of February 23, 2026, for a direct final rule concerning the approved spent fuel storage casks list for NAC International, Inc. This action pertains to the NAC-UMS® Universal Storage System.

NRC Rules: Approved Spent Fuel Casks List Corrections

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued corrections to its rule listing approved spent fuel storage casks. This amendment pertains to TN Americas LLC's NUHOMS EOS Dry Spent Fuel Storage System, specifically Certificate of Compliance No. 1042, Amendments Nos. 3 and 4.