GFSC Chairman Re-appointment

The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) announced the re-appointment of Stephen Haddrill as Chairman of its Board until July 2029. His reappointment follows his initial appointment in August 2020 and is intended to continue his leadership in transforming operational efficiency and strengthening partnerships.

GFSC Thematic Review on Targeted Financial Sanctions

The Gibraltar FSC has announced a thematic review of regulated entities' compliance with Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS) requirements. The review will involve a questionnaire for all regulated entities by March 27, 2026, followed by onsite assessments for selected firms between June and December 2026.

Balls Limited - Registration Withdrawal

The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) has withdrawn the registration of Balls Limited, an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) and Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP), for failing to comply with anti-money laundering regulations. The firm is no longer supervised or registered by the GFSC.

TCSPs Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and Resilience Thematic Review

The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) has published the findings of a thematic review on cybersecurity, data protection, and resilience within the Trust and Corporate Service Providers (TCSPs) sector. The publication outlines areas of strength and weakness, sets minimum standards, and provides clear expectations for TCSPs to enhance their frameworks.

Liberation Day Tea Tent Returns

The Liberation Tea Tent will return to Crown Pier on May 9th, supported by Hedosophia, Old Government House Hotel (OGH), and GROW. The tent offers a quiet space for islanders to enjoy refreshments, with all proceeds benefiting the local charity GROW.

Web Page Blocked Notification

The States of Guernsey has issued a notice indicating that a specific web page is blocked and cannot be displayed. Users encountering this message are instructed to contact the administrator for further information, providing details such as the URL, client IP, and attack/message IDs.

Web Page Blocked: Marine Biosecurity Guide

The States of Guernsey has blocked access to its Marine Biosecurity Guide web page. Users attempting to access the page are met with a "Web Page Blocked!" message and are instructed to contact the administrator. The reason for the block is not specified.

Web Page Blocked - Air Source Heat Pump Exemption

The States of Guernsey has blocked access to the web page detailing the air source heat pump exemption. Users attempting to access the page are met with a "Web Page Blocked!" message and are instructed to contact the administrator for further information. The reason for the block is not specified in the notice.

Palliative Care Survey Launched

The States of Guernsey has launched a palliative care survey to gather public input. The survey aims to understand the community's needs and preferences regarding palliative care services. Further details on the survey's objectives and how to participate are available.

Notice of Culturally Significant Objects Exhibition

The U.S. Department of State has issued a notice designating an object, Jean Siméon Chardin's Water Cistern, as culturally significant for temporary exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. This determination is made under the Act of October 19, 1965, and is considered to be in the national interest.

Global Magnitsky Act Annual Report

The U.S. Department of State has released its annual report on the implementation of the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act for the 2025 reporting period. The report details the use of sanctions as a foreign policy tool and lists specific designations made against foreign individuals and entities for human rights abuses and corruption.

HAVANA Act Rules Correction

The Department of State has issued a correction to the final rule concerning the HAVANA Act. This correction amends the comment deadline for a specific section, extending it from March 16, 2026, to May 15, 2026.

Education Dept. Teacher Cancellation Low Income Directory Information Collection

The Education Department has published a notice regarding information collection activities for the Teacher Cancellation Low Income Directory. This notice details proposals and approvals related to data collection for this directory, which is used to track teacher service for loan cancellation purposes.

Ministry of Home Affairs Launches Financial Literacy Program

The Bermuda Ministry of Home Affairs has launched the 'Dollars & Sense' financial literacy program for secondary school students aged 13-15. The initiative aims to equip young Bermudians with practical skills to understand household finances and navigate the cost of living.

Premier Burt Attends Meetings in London and Luxembourg

Bermuda's Premier, David Burt, is attending meetings in London and Luxembourg from March 23-26, 2026. The engagements aim to strengthen Bermuda's international partnerships, particularly in financial services, and enhance cooperation amid evolving global regulations.

Hamilton II Declaration Civil Society Consultation on Ocean Protection

The Governments of Bermuda and the United Kingdom hosted a civil society consultation on the draft Hamilton II Declaration, aimed at protecting the Sargasso Sea under the BBNJ Agreement. The consultation sought feedback on the draft text and its relevance to Bermuda, with a focus on gathering information for potential Area Based Management Tools.

Minister Attends BEDC Business Awards

The Minister of Economy and Labour attended the 2026 Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) Business Awards on March 24, 2026. The event recognized the contributions of Bermuda's entrepreneurs and reaffirmed the government's commitment to fostering a strong entrepreneurial environment.

Bermuda Summer Ferry Schedule Announcement

The Bermuda Government announced the introduction of the 2026 Summer Ferry Schedule, effective April 6, 2026. Key updates include a direct ferry service from Dockyard to St. George's, Monday through Saturday, increasing capacity by 133% to support tourism and local access. Two new 550-passenger ferries have also been introduced to modernize the public transportation infrastructure.

Cayman Brac's Hemmington Forest Designated First National Park

The Cayman Islands Cabinet has approved a management plan for Hemmington Forest in Cayman Brac, designating it as the territory's first National Park. The plan aims to protect the 194-acre area's ecological value and enhance visitor experience, with management overseen by the Department of Environment.

Cayman Islands Average 2025 Inflation Rate 1.3 Percent

The Cayman Islands Government announced that the average annual inflation rate for 2025 was 1.3 percent. The second quarter recorded the highest quarterly increase at 2.0 percent, driven by rises in education, communication, and hospitality costs. The full Consumer Price Index Report for Q4 2025 is available for download.

Chevening Fellowship Applications Open for British Library

The Cayman Islands Government announced that applications are open for a Chevening Fellowship at the British Library, targeting mid-career professionals with knowledge of Caribbean or Atlantic British Overseas Territories. The fellowship offers a 12-month placement in London, covering living expenses and travel, with applications closing on May 5, 2026.

Cayman Islands Quality of Life Satisfaction Rises

The Cayman Islands Government has released a press release detailing an increase in overall Quality of Life satisfaction to 84.0% in Fall 2025, a 1.1% rise from the previous year. Key areas showing improvement include health and wellness, employment, material living conditions, and safety, though concerns remain regarding environmental protection and infrastructure.

Cayman Islands Repatriates Cuban Migrants

The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC) repatriated eight Cuban migrants to Cuba on March 20, 2026. This operation brings the total number of migrants repatriated to Cuba in 2026 to twenty-eight, with seventeen irregular Cuban migrants currently remaining in the Cayman Islands.

Idaho PUC Order Updating Idaho Power Cost of Capital Inputs

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued an order approving updated cost of capital inputs for Idaho Power Company's Surrogate Avoided Resource Methodology. This update, based on the company's recent general rate case, will affect the calculation of avoided cost rates for qualifying facilities.

Idaho PUC Avoided Cost Model Order

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued Order No. 36974, establishing the avoided cost model for March 2026. This order updates the calculation model for avoided costs, impacting how energy companies determine rates for projects like wind power.

Capitol Water Corporation Purchased Power Adjustment Order

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission approved Capitol Water Corporation's compliance filing to update its Purchased Power Cost Adjustment (PPCA) rate to 4.41%. This adjustment is effective as of February 26, 2026, and aligns with the base rate revenue approved in a prior case.

Raft River Electric Wildfire Mitigation Plan Case: Notice of Parties

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued a Notice of Parties for Case No. C11-E-26-01, concerning Raft River Rural Electric Co-op Inc.'s wildfire mitigation plan. This notice identifies the parties involved and outlines procedural rules for testimony, exhibits, and service of discovery.

Idaho Telecommunications Relay Service Annual Report and Budget Order

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued a final order accepting the 2025 Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) Annual Report and adopting the 2026 TRS Budget. The order maintains current contribution rates for local exchange carriers and long-distance services.

Copyright Office AI Study on AI-Generated Content

The U.S. Copyright Office is initiating a study on copyright law and policy issues raised by artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The Office is seeking public comments on topics including the use of copyrighted works to train AI models, transparency, and the legal status of AI-generated outputs.

Copyright Office AI-Generated Content Registration Policy

The U.S. Copyright Office has issued a policy statement clarifying its practices for registering works containing AI-generated material. The guidance emphasizes that copyright protection extends only to human-authored works, and applicants must disclose the extent of AI-generated content.

Copyright Office Report on AI and Digital Replicas

The U.S. Copyright Office has released the first part of a report addressing artificial intelligence and copyright law, focusing on digital replicas. This report examines the legal and policy issues surrounding the use of AI to replicate individuals' voices or appearances, as outlined in a prior Notice of Inquiry.

Copyright Office AI Report: Copyrightability of AI-Generated Content

The U.S. Copyright Office has released a report addressing the copyrightability of works created using generative AI. The report, based on extensive public input, focuses on the key role of human contribution in determining copyright protection for AI-assisted content.

Copyright Office AI Training Report - Pre-Publication Version

The U.S. Copyright Office has released a pre-publication version of its report on Generative AI and training data. This report, Part 3 of a series on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence, is being issued in response to congressional inquiries and stakeholder interest. A final version is expected soon with no substantive changes anticipated.

Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 (Licensing of Skin Piercing and Tattooing) Amendment Order 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued an amendment to the licensing order for skin piercing and tattooing businesses. This amendment specifically modifies the requirements for acupuncture, mandating the use of disposable, non-latex gloves under certain conditions related to operator or client health and potential blood contamination.

Antisocial Behaviour (Fixed Penalty Offences) (Scotland) Order 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Antisocial Behaviour (Fixed Penalty Offences) (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Order 2026, effective March 26, 2026. This order adds 'threatening or abusive behaviour' to the list of offenses eligible for fixed penalty notices and increases the maximum fixed penalty from £40 to £70.

Industrial Training Levy (Construction Industry Training Board) Order 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Industrial Training Levy (Construction Industry Training Board) Order 2026, which comes into force on March 25, 2026. This order imposes a levy on employers in the construction industry to encourage adequate training, with exemptions for employers based on the small number of their employees.

Marine Licensing (Exempted Activities) Amendment Order 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Marine Licensing (Exempted Activities) (Scottish Inshore Region) Amendment Order 2026, which comes into force on March 26, 2026. This order amends the principal Order of 2011 by substituting article 12, which pertains to the propagation and cultivation of fish and associated deposits.

Care Home Services (Visits to and by Care Home Residents) (Scotland) Regulations 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Care Home Services (Visits to and by Care Home Residents) (Scotland) Regulations 2026, effective March 31, 2026. These regulations establish requirements for care home providers to identify essential care supporters for residents and facilitate visits, with specific rules for suspending visits under certain conditions.

Welsh Voting Regulations: Absent and Proxy Votes

The UK Parliament has updated Welsh voting regulations concerning absent and proxy votes. The legislation is available in English and Welsh, with different versions reflecting revisions and original enactment.

Vaping Duty Stamps Regulations 2026

The UK Commissioners for His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs have issued the Vaping Duty Stamps (Requirements, Reviews and Appeals) Regulations 2026, effective April 1st, 2026. These regulations introduce stamping requirements for vaping products to ensure excise duty compliance.

Social Security (NI) Act 1992 Modification Order 2026

The UK Treasury has issued an order modifying Section 4A of the Social Security Contributions and Benefits (Northern Ireland) Act 1992. This modification aims to align social security contribution laws with recent amendments to income tax legislation concerning earnings paid via service or umbrella companies.

Town and Country Planning (Mayor of London) Order 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Town and Country Planning (Mayor of London) (Amendment and Transitional Provision) Order 2026, amending the 2008 Order. This new order, effective May 11, 2026, modifies the application powers and procedures related to planning applications within London.

Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992 Modification Order 2026

The UK Treasury has issued an order modifying Section 4A of the Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992. This modification aims to align social security contribution laws with recent amendments to income tax legislation concerning earnings from service companies and umbrella companies. The order introduces provisions for joint and several liability for contributions and clarifies the treatment of payments and benefits for tax purposes.

Vaping Products Regulations 2026 - Excise Duty and Production Rules

The UK Parliament has introduced the Vaping Products (Production, Duty Stamps and Commencement) Regulations 2026, establishing an excise duty on vaping products. These regulations, made by the Commissioners for His Majesty's Revenue and Customs and the Treasury, will come into force in stages starting April 1st, 2026, with full implementation by October 1st, 2026.

Employment Rights Act 2025 (Investigatory Powers) Amendments Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Employment Rights Act 2025 (Investigatory Powers) (Consequential Amendments) Regulations 2026. These regulations amend the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 to ensure that enforcement officers of the new Fair Work Agency have the same investigatory powers previously held by the abolished Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority.

Local Government Pension Scheme (Elected Member Pensions) Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has amended the Local Government Pension Scheme Regulations 2013 to include specific provisions for elected members. These amendments, which come into force on May 11, 2026, introduce new regulations and definitions related to elected membership within the pension scheme.

Scottish Aggregates Tax (Miscellaneous Amendment) Regulations 2026

The Scottish Ministers have issued the Scottish Aggregates Tax (Miscellaneous Amendment) Regulations 2026, amending the Aggregates Tax and Devolved Taxes Administration (Scotland) Act 2024 and related administration regulations. These amendments clarify provisions related to commercial exploitation and tax credits for aggregates, effective April 1, 2026.

Finance Act 2017 Regulations Appointed Day 2026

The UK has appointed January 1, 2026, as the day for certain provisions of the Finance Act 2017 to come into force. This statutory instrument specifies the commencement date for previously enacted financial regulations, impacting corporate and financial entities.

Aggregates Levy Disapplied in Scotland

The UK Treasury has issued regulations to disapply the UK aggregates levy in Scotland. This change, effective from April 1, 2026, aligns with provisions in the Scotland Act 2016 and removes a tax on the commercial exploitation of aggregate within Scotland.

Electricity Supplier Payments Amendment Regulations 2026 Update

The UK Parliament has updated the Electricity Supplier Payments Regulations 2019. This amendment provides access to accompanying documents and information for the legislation, including original print PDFs, correction slips, lists of changes, and related legislation.