Building Regulations Amendment (England) 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2026, amending the Building Regulations 2010. These amendments introduce new requirements for fixed building services and the minimisation of greenhouse gas emissions, with staggered effective dates in March and September 2027.

Merchant Shipping EPIRB and PLB Registration Amendment Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Merchant Shipping (EPIRB and PLB Registration and Radiocommunications) (Amendment) Regulations 2026, effective April 15, 2026. These regulations amend existing rules for EPIRB and PLB registration and revoke the Merchant Shipping (EPIRB Registration) Regulations 2000.

Merchant Shipping Ballast Water Regulations Amendment 2026

The UK Secretary of State has amended the Merchant Shipping (Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments) Regulations 2022. These amendments introduce electronic record books and modify application criteria for certain vessels, including those operating solely within UK waters or in conjunction with Crown Dependencies. The changes aim to update ballast water management practices for ships.

Airport Noise Restrictions Amendment Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State for Transport has amended the Airport Noise-related Operating Restrictions Regulations 2026, modifying assimilated Regulation (EU) No 598/2014. The amendment reduces the notice period for introducing noise-related operating restrictions at UK airports from eight months to two months prior to slot coordination parameter determination.

Access to Countryside (Coastal Margin) Order 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Access to the Countryside (Coastal Margin) (Wallasea Island to Burnham-on-Crouch) Order 2026. This order designates the end of the access preparation period for a specific coastal margin, effective March 25, 2026.

Northern Ireland Budget Act 2026 Enacted

The Northern Ireland Budget Act 2026 has been enacted by the UK Parliament. This legislation establishes the budget framework for Northern Ireland for the fiscal year 2026. Further details on specific budgetary allocations and financial powers are available through accompanying resources.

Air Navigation (Golders Green, London) Emergency Regulations 2026

The UK Parliament has published the Air Navigation (Golders Green, London) Emergency Regulations 2026. This new legislation introduces specific emergency regulations concerning air navigation in the Golders Green area of London.

Iowa AG Leads 24 States Against Massachusetts Pork Ban at Supreme Court

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, leading a coalition of 24 states, has filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court challenging Massachusetts's "Question 3" pork ban. The ban restricts the sale of pork in Massachusetts if producers do not meet the state's specific hog-housing requirements, impacting producers nationwide.

McGee v. Oakland Police Department - Civil Rights

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California filed an order on March 24, 2026, denying a relationship under Civil Local Rule 3-12 for the case McGee v. Oakland Police Department. The case, filed on October 8, 2024, involves a federal question and prisoner civil rights.

Sample v. Smith et al - Civil Rights: Jobs Case

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has filed recent documents in the civil case Sample v. Smith et al. The jury trial began on March 23, 2026, and proposed jury instructions and verdict forms for both the main case and punitive damages have been filed.

Operating Engineers Health and Welfare Trust Fund v. Finta Tractor Services, LLC - Civil Case

A civil case was filed on April 21, 2025, involving the Operating Engineers Health and Welfare Trust Fund and Finta Tractor Services, LLC. An order was issued on March 24, 2026, modifying and granting a joint request to extend pre-trial deadlines and the trial date.

Lindsey v. Jucutan - Civil Case Filing

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has filed a new civil case, Lindsey v. Jucutan, on September 13, 2022. The case is based on a Federal Question and the nature of the suit is Mandamus & Other. A proposed summons was filed on March 24, 2026.

Chavis v. American Credit Acceptance - Consumer Credit Case

A new civil case, Chavis v. American Credit Acceptance, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 10, 2026. The case type is listed as 'Civil Case' with a basis in 'Federal Question' and the nature of suit is 'Consumer Credit'. A recent filing on March 24, 2026, involved a consent to proceed before a US Magistrate Judge.

Pemberton v. Restaurant Brands International - Fraud Case

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has processed recent filings in the civil case Pemberton v. Restaurant Brands International, Inc. et al. The filings include stipulations and orders related to discovery of electronically stored information and a stipulated protective order, indicating ongoing procedural activity in the fraud case.

Neighbor v. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC et al - Judgment

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has filed a judgment in the case Neighbor v. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC et al. The case, filed on March 5, 2025, involves contract and product liability claims under diversity jurisdiction. A motion to enforce the judgment was filed on March 23, 2026.

Zest Maps Inc. v. DoorDash Inc. - Trademark Dispute

Zest Maps Inc. has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against DoorDash Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, filed on March 24, 2026, alleges trademark violations by DoorDash. This action initiates a legal proceeding to resolve the dispute.

Bryant-Jones v. Experian Information Solutions - Consumer Credit Case

A civil case titled Bryant-Jones v. Experian Information Solutions, Inc. et al. was filed on July 3, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Recent filings indicate a stipulation of dismissal with prejudice was granted for defendant Snapcommerce Holdings Inc. d/b/a Super.com.

Prasad v. County of San Mateo et al - Prisoner Condition Case

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted summary judgment for the defendants in the civil case Prasad v. County of San Mateo et al. The court also denied the plaintiff's motion for summary judgment.

Zigler v. Lyft, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has filed recent documents in the civil case Zigler v. Lyft, Inc. (Case No. 3:26-cv-00575-EMC). Filings include an amended complaint, motions for leave to file errata, and opposition to a motion to dismiss.

Friedman v. Jenkins - Civil Rights Case

A civil rights case, Friedman v. Jenkins, filed on October 2, 2023, has had a recent filing on March 24, 2026. The filing was a stipulation with a proposed order to continue the settlement conference, filed by the City and County of San Francisco and Brooke Jenkins.

Carlos Steven Escorza - Criminal Case Filing

A criminal case against Carlos Steven Escorza was filed on November 12, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Recent filings include a stipulated order excluding time under the Speedy Trial Act and a status conference.

Wedge et al v. Crayola LLC et al - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Wedge et al v. Crayola LLC et al, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on January 14, 2026. The case involves 'Other Statutory Actions' under diversity jurisdiction. Recent filings include ADR certifications and an opposition to a motion to change time.

London Borough of Camden Contract Award for Young People's Supported Accommodation

The London Borough of Camden has awarded three contracts for the Young People's Supported Accommodation Pathway services, including Young Parent Support, Low Support, and High Support. These contracts aim to provide non-registered residential accommodation and support for young people aged 16-25.

Camden Council Awards Young People's Accommodation Contract

The London Borough of Camden has awarded a contract for the Young People's Supported Accommodation Pathway (Mixed/High Support) to The Riverside Group Ltd. The contract is valued at £6,955,200 and aims to provide accommodation and support services for young people aged 16-25.

City & County of Swansea Laptop Purchase Award Notice

The City & County of Swansea has awarded a contract for the purchase of 1000 laptops to COMPUTACENTER (UK) LIMITED. The contract value is £751,000 excluding VAT, with the first batch of 500 laptops expected to be delivered by April 2026.

University of Salford Payments Platform V2 Award Notice

The University of Salford has published an award notice for a Payments Platform V2. The contract, valued at £242,000 excluding VAT, has been directly awarded to FLYWIRE PAYMENTS LIMITED for a term of five years.

NHS Address Service Contract Award

The NHS Business Services Authority has awarded a contract for an Address Service to Data8 for £111,120 including VAT. The service will integrate with the NHS Jobs platform to provide address data management, lookup, and job location search functionalities.

Hull City Council Contract Award: Queens Gardens Refurbishment

Hull City Council has awarded a contract to C R Reynolds Limited for the Queens Gardens Refurbishment and Public Realm works (PHASE 2) and Alfred Gelder Street Carriageway Reconstruction works. The contract value is £7,459,235.83 and is part of the YORcivil3 Framework.

Market Engagement Notice for Occupational Health Services

Salix Homes has issued a market engagement notice to gather information for upcoming occupational health, medical, and health surveillance services. The notice seeks to test market capacity and inform the final specification and delivery model for a contract expected to begin in September 2026.

Scottish Prison Service Awards Contract for In-Cell TVs

The Scottish Prison Service has awarded a contract for the provision and maintenance of in-cell televisions. The contract is valued at £540,000 (excluding VAT) and aims to supply energy-efficient televisions suitable for a prison environment.

Thames Valley Police Socrates Software Transparency Notice

Thames Valley Police has published a transparency notice regarding the award of a contract for Socrates Software to NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS UK LIMITED. The contract value is £50,830 excluding VAT, with an estimated start date of April 1, 2027.

University of Salford Payments Platform V2 Contract Award

The University of Salford has awarded a contract for its Payments Platform V2 to FLYWIRE PAYMENTS LIMITED. The contract is valued at £242,000 excluding VAT and is for a duration of over 5 years, commencing April 8, 2026. This notice serves as a contract award notification under the UK's Procurement Act 2023.

Tank Room Installation and Replacement Works - London Borough Hackney

The London Borough of Hackney has published a contract notice for tank room installation and emergency replacement works at 1-80 Gooch House. The contract value is £80,000 excluding VAT, with works scheduled from March 23, 2026, to June 1, 2026. This notice is related to compliance with building regulations and system failure.

North Yorkshire Council School Transport Contract Award

The North Yorkshire Council has awarded a contract for school transport services to JB TRAVEL LIMITED for the route from Underley Garden School to Bentham. The contract is valued at £53,520 excluding VAT and will run from February 2026 to July 2027, with options for extension.

Contract Award Notice: Adults Services, Royal Borough of Kingston

The Royal Borough of Kingston has awarded a contract for Adult services. The contract, identified by notice number 026998-2026, was published on March 24, 2026, and is valued at £5.71 excluding VAT. The procedure used was an open procedure.

Walpole Coast Protection Scheme Termination Notice

Thanet District Council has published a termination notice for the Walpole Coast Protection Scheme procurement. The decision was made on March 20, 2026, not to sign the contract due to a lack of compliant bids and cost prohibitive bids relative to the available budget. The council will revisit the scope and budget for a new opportunity.

Hull NHS Trust Awards Contract for Spirometry and FeNo Test Services

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has awarded a contract for the provision of insourced spirometry and FeNo test services to Yorkshire Health Partners Ltd. The contract is valued at £210,000 and will commence on April 1, 2026, for an initial 12-month period.

Comms Circuits for Disaster Recovery Backup Services Contract

Westmorland and Furness Council has awarded a contract for communication circuits to support disaster recovery and backup services to I.T. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LIMITED. The contract is valued at £81,720 excluding VAT for an initial two-year term.

Swansea Bay PR Campaign Contract 2026/27 Tender Notice

The City & County of Swansea has published a tender notice for a Public Relations (PR) campaign contract for the 'Visit Swansea Bay' initiative for the 2026/27 fiscal year. The contract aims to promote Swansea Bay as a visitor destination, with a focus on cultural tourism, and has an estimated budget of £30,000.

Office Fit Out Services Tender - General Medical Council

The General Medical Council (GMC) has issued a tender notice for office fit-out services for its new Cardiff office, estimated at £130,000 including VAT. The tender is open to SMEs and has a submission deadline of April 24, 2026.

Tender for Friends and Family Test Surveys Service

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust have published a tender notice for a Friends and Family Test (FFT) Surveys Service. The estimated total value of the contract is £120,000 including VAT, with a contract duration of three years, potentially extending to four.

NHS Health Checks Contract Management Tender

Gateshead Council has published a tender notice for a contract to manage the provision of NHS Health Checks within the borough. The estimated total value of the contract is £150,000, with services to commence on July 1, 2026, and run until March 31, 2028, with extension options.

Poland Cybersecurity Strategy Resolution

The Council of Ministers of Poland has adopted Resolution No. 92, establishing the Cybersecurity Strategy of the Republic of Poland. This resolution outlines the national approach to enhancing cybersecurity measures and resilience.

Ministerial Announcement on EU Funds for Eastern Poland Program

The Polish Minister of Funds and Regional Policy announced a decision by the European Commission to amend the "European Funds for Eastern Poland 2021-2027" program. The announcement was published in Monitor Polski on March 24, 2026.

Joan Teske Reinstatement - Supreme Court of Missouri

The Supreme Court of Missouri has reinstated Joan Christine Teske as a member of The Missouri Bar in good standing. Her suspension, initially imposed for failure to pay taxes, has been lifted following resolution of the tax issue. She must pay the 2026 enrollment fee within 30 days.

CJEU Rules on Judicial Independence and Recusal

The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled on a case concerning the recusal of a judge in Poland. The Court stated that an irregularity during a judge's appointment does not automatically mean the judge lacks independence, requiring an overall assessment of circumstances. The ruling addresses concerns about the Polish National Council of the Judiciary's composition and judicial appointment procedures.

Court judgment: reasons required for refusing preliminary ruling

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that national courts of last instance must provide specific reasons when refusing to refer questions on EU law interpretation to the CJEU. This judgment clarifies the obligations of supreme courts regarding the preliminary ruling procedure, impacting how they handle appeals in cases involving EU law.

King County v. Aquatherm GmbH - Product Liability Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals has granted a motion to publish its opinion in the case of King County v. Aquatherm GmbH. This case involves a product liability lawsuit where King County was awarded over $18 million in damages from Aquatherm GmbH for defective polypropylene pipe installed at a correctional facility. The published opinion will likely set precedent for product liability claims in Washington.

State v. Taylor Norton - Felony Sentence Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals has issued a decision in State v. Taylor Norton, addressing errors in a felony sentence. The court, with the State conceding the errors, will reduce the sentence for identity theft convictions and modify a no-contact order to comply with statutory maximums. This action corrects sentencing discrepancies that exceeded legal limits.

Undivided Media LLC v. City of Seattle - Public Records Act Dispute

The Washington Court of Appeals reversed a summary judgment for the City of Seattle in a dispute over public records requests. The court found that the City's second estimate for providing records was unreasonable and that the City failed to act with reasonable diligence in responding to a Public Records Act request from Undivided Media LLC.