Every new law, in plain English.
Plain-language analysis of what Parliament actually passed. Every Act and Statutory Instrument, fetched and explained.
Policy activity heatmap
Where laws have concentrated over the last 12 months. Darker cells mean more laws.
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| Justice | 24 | 38 | 131 | 75 | 28 | 36 | 43 | 9 | 6 | 53 | 35 | 36 |
| Economy | 4 | 68 | 34 | 7 | 16 | 27 | 4 | 24 | 24 | 14 | ||
| Transport | 22 | 38 | 72 | 43 | 17 | 28 | 13 | 7 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 9 |
| Local Government | 4 | 16 | 44 | 23 | 13 | 23 | 24 | 6 | 3 | 25 | 15 | 17 |
| Finance | 2 | 28 | 26 | 6 | 9 | 25 | 3 | 19 | 11 | 18 | ||
| Technology | 2 | 21 | 18 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 8 | 8 |
Latest UK Legislation
Summary
- 8th Sept 26 Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft in two designated zones in Middlesbrough during specified hours on 8 September 2026. View Justice Transport
- 7th Sept 26 Adjusted the types and quantities of alcohol that travellers can bring into Great Britain without paying excise duty. View Economy Finance Transport Trade
- 7th Sept 26 Classified fifteen synthetic opioids and one synthetic cannabinoid as Class A controlled drugs effective 20 March 2024. View Health and Social Care Justice
- 7th Sept 26 Removed the £250,000 cap on variable monetary penalties for environmental offenses in England. View Environment Justice Local Government
- 7th Sept 26 Restricted the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,400 feet in Tenby during a public gathering in September 2026. View Culture and Sport Justice Local Government Transport
- 7th Sept 26 Restricted unmanned aircraft flight in specific Middlesbrough zones for public safety on 7 September 2026. View Infrastructure Justice Transport
- 6th Sept 26 Corrected a typographical error in a statutory instrument reference within the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Administrative Provisions) Regulations 2026. View Economy Environment Justice Trade
- 6th Sept 26 Corrected typographical errors and statutory references in the regulations governing Court Martial sentence reviews. View Defence Justice Armed Forces and Veterans
- 4th Sept 26 Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft in two areas of Middlesbrough on 4 September 2026 for public safety and security. View Justice Technology Transport
- 4th Sept 26 Activated multiple provisions of the Crime and Policing Act 2026 concerning anti-social behaviour, SIM farms, police conduct lists, and extradition procedures. View Civil Liberties Housing Justice Local Government Technology
- 4th Sept 26 Extended the time limit for bringing employment tribunal claims from three months to six months, effective from 1 October 2026. View Economy Justice Labour
- 3rd Sept 26 Corrected a drafting error in the fee-related schedule of the 2026 maritime regulations. View Finance Transport Trade
- 3rd Sept 26 Corrected cross-reference and typographical errors in the 2026 Clergy Conduct Rules. View Justice
- 3rd Sept 26 Expanded trade sanctions to prohibit the import of Russian iron and steel products processed in third countries starting December 2024. View Economy Foreign Policy Justice Trade
- 3rd Sept 26 Revoked the emergency regulations that restricted flying in the vicinity of Pantside, Wales. View Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Cancelled emergency airspace restrictions in Pontypridd, South Wales, effective 3 September 2026. View Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Cancelled emergency flight restrictions in the Llantrisant area of South Wales with immediate effect. View Justice Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Removed emergency flight restrictions in the Dowlais area of South Wales effective 3 September 2026. View Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Revoked emergency flight restrictions in the Middlesborough area with immediate effect on 3 September 2026. View Justice Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Revoked emergency flight restrictions in the Blaenavon area of South Wales with immediate effect on 3 September 2026. View Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Revoked emergency airspace restrictions in Ringwood, Hampshire, with immediate effect on 3 September 2026. View Justice Transport
- 3rd Sept 26 Introduced mandatory three-year enhanced DBS checks for pharmacy staff and restricted pharmacists from dispensing prescriptions issued by their own employees. View Health and Social Care Justice Labour
- 2nd Sept 26 Authorized regulators to impose civil financial penalties and stop notices for environmental offenses in England. View Agriculture Environment Justice Local Government
- 2nd Sept 26 Added fifteen synthetic opioids to the list of Class A controlled drugs and reclassified one cannabinoid receptor agonist from Class B to Class A. View Health and Social Care Justice Science
- 2nd Sept 26 Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,100 feet in Blackpool on 4 September 2026. View Culture and Sport Justice Transport
- 2nd Sept 26 Established a temporary restricted no-fly zone below 6,000 feet in the vicinity of Ayr for the 2026 International Ayr Show. View Culture and Sport Transport
- 2nd Sept 26 Established temporary no-fly zones and altitude limits across Ceredigion to manage airspace safety during the 2026 Rali Ceredigion motor rally. View Culture and Sport Justice Transport
- 2nd Sept 26 Activated new sentencing laws that reduce the time most prisoners must serve before release, implemented via a phased timeline between October 2026 and June 2027. View Civil Liberties Defence Justice Transport
- 1st Sept 26 Removed emergency flight restrictions in Billing, Northampton with immediate effect from 1 September 2026. View Justice Transport
- 1st Sept 26 Ended emergency flight restrictions in the Deri area of South Wales with immediate effect on 1 September 2026. View Transport
Restricted the flight of unmanned aircraft in two designated zones in Middlesbrough during specified hours on 8 September 2026.
These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in two specific circular areas near Middlesbrough on 8 September 2026.
The restrictions apply between 0600 and 2000 Co-ordinated Universal Time (UTC) to all drone operators, except those granted specific permission by the Cleveland Police Drone Unit.
The Secretary of State issued these directions to ensure public safety and security in the specified vicinity.
Adjusted the types and quantities of alcohol that travellers can bring into Great Britain without paying excise duty.
This Order modifies the tax and duty-free allowances for goods imported into Great Britain by travellers in their personal luggage.
It updates the classifications for alcoholic products to include cider alongside beer, replaces references to 'still wine' with a broader 'wine' category, and adjusts the quantity thresholds for various excise goods.
The requirements apply to any individual entering Great Britain from outside the United Kingdom, while distinct rules remain in place for Northern Ireland.
The M5 Motorway (Junctions 1 to 3) (60 Miles Per Hour Speed Limit) Regulations 2022 (Revocation) Regulations 2026
Classified fifteen synthetic opioids and one synthetic cannabinoid as Class A controlled drugs effective 20 March 2024.
This Order amends Schedule 2 to the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 to classify several synthetic opioids and a synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonist as Class A controlled drugs.
It places fifteen specific nitazene compounds and related substances, along with cumyl-peglaclone, under the strictest tier of drug control in the United Kingdom.
The measures apply to all individuals and entities within the UK, subjecting the possession, production, and supply of these substances to criminal penalties associated with Class A drugs.
The Housing Benefit (Earned Income Disregards) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
Removed the £250,000 cap on variable monetary penalties for environmental offenses in England.
This Order amends the Environmental Civil Sanctions (England) Order 2010 by removing the £250,000 limit on variable monetary penalties that the Environment Agency and Natural England can impose.
It applies to environmental offenses committed in England, allowing regulators to issue unlimited fines for breaches of regulations concerning water quality, waste, and permit conditions.
The revised penalty structure applies only to offenses occurring on or after 1 December 2023.
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Tenby) Regulations 2026
Restricted the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,400 feet in Tenby during a public gathering in September 2026.
These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft, commonly known as drones, within a specified radius of Tenby, Pembrokeshire, between 05:00 UTC on 12 September 2026 and 01:00 UTC on 14 September 2026.
The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft flying below 1,400 feet above mean sea level, unless they have received explicit permission from the Dyfed-Powys Police Service. The Department for Transport issued these rules to manage public safety during a scheduled mass gathering in the area.
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Middlesborough) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
Restricted unmanned aircraft flight in specific Middlesbrough zones for public safety on 7 September 2026.
These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet above mean sea level in two specific areas of Middlesbrough on 7 September 2026.
The restrictions apply to all drone operators between 06:00 and 20:00 UTC, except those with express permission from the Cleveland Police Drone Unit.
The Secretary of State for Transport issued these directions under the Air Navigation Order 2016 to ensure public safety and security within circles of 1.08 nautical miles centered on specified geographic coordinates.
UK Carbon Border Tax Correction Issued
Corrected a typographical error in a statutory instrument reference within the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Administrative Provisions) Regulations 2026.
This document issues a formal correction to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (Administrative Provisions) Regulations 2026.
It specifically amends a typographical error found on page 5, footnote (b), replacing a reference to 'S.I. 2019/915' with 'S.I. 2019/715'.
The correction ensures the accurate citation of statutory instruments within the legislative framework governing carbon border adjustments.
Correction Slip for Armed Forces Sentencing Review Rules
Corrected typographical errors and statutory references in the regulations governing Court Martial sentence reviews.
This document issues technical corrections to a previous statutory instrument concerning the review of sentences passed by the Court Martial.
It rectifies erroneous citations of primary legislation, including the Sentencing Act 2020, and reorders footnote numbering to ensure internal consistency within the regulations.
These corrections apply to the Ministry of Defence, the Judge Advocate General, and legal professionals operating within the service justice system.