Day: 3 September 2026

The Scottish government has amended the 2014 Sports Grounds and Sporting Events Designation Order to update which sports venues and event types fall under alcohol control provisions under Scottish criminal law. The amendment modifies the list of designated grounds, classes of sporting events at those venues, and sporting events held outside Great Britain that are subject to Part II of the Criminal Law (Consolidation) (Scotland) Act 1995. These changes affect how alcohol restrictions are enforced at Scottish sporting venues and related events.

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A correction slip has been issued to update the Merchant Shipping (Marine Equipment) Regulations, which consolidates and replaces the 2016 regulations along with two EU Exit amendment regulations from 2019. The revised regulations streamline the framework governing marine equipment standards for vessels operating under UK jurisdiction. This consolidation removes redundant provisions while maintaining compliance requirements for marine equipment certification and approval.

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The Personal Injuries (NHS Charges) (Information Provision and Amounts) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 modify existing rules governing how the NHS recovers costs from treating personal injuries. The amendments adjust the 2006 and 2015 regulations that establish the framework for charging defendants and insurers for NHS treatment provided to injured parties. These changes affect the information that must be provided and the amounts recoverable under the injury cost recovery scheme established by the Health and Social Care (Community Health and Standards) Act 2003.

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Tax advisers must register for an HMRC agent services account to act on behalf of clients, though registration requirements vary depending on your specific role and the scope of services you provide. The registration process enables advisers to interact with HMRC systems and submit tax matters on client behalf. Advisers should check the current criteria to determine their registration obligations, as exemptions or different requirements may apply depending on whether you provide occasional or regular tax advice services.

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HMRC has published guidance setting out the current operational status of its Charities online service, including any technical issues or scheduled maintenance that may affect users. The guidance allows charity representatives and administrators to check whether the service is available before submitting applications or managing their charity’s tax affairs online. Users can refer to this resource to identify any known problems that might impact their ability to access or use the service during normal business operations.

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Exporters can now use a dedicated form to report shipments that departed UK ports without being declared through the Customs Declaration Service (CDS). The facility allows businesses to notify HMRC of exports that were not properly notified at the time of arrival or departure from UK ports. This reporting mechanism helps traders rectify compliance gaps and ensures HMRC has accurate records of cross-border movements.

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HMRC has released official statistics providing a comprehensive breakdown of business property floorspace across various classification categories based on the 2023 rating list, with data recorded as of 31 March 2026. The statistics cover multiple classes of non-domestic properties and their respective floorspace measurements. This data is relevant to businesses and organisations subject to non-domestic rates and those managing commercial property portfolios.

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HMRC has published a handbook setting out the procedural requirements for businesses and organisers managing goods movement in connection with international events. The guide covers necessary documentation, temporary admission procedures, accompanied baggage rules, available reliefs, and licensing obligations for event-related imports and exports. The handbook serves as a reference for those navigating customs procedures specific to international event operations.

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This resource lists the available contact points provided by HMRC to assist businesses and customs professionals with questions and support relating to customs procedures, trade compliance, and related matters. The contacts are designed to help traders navigate regulatory requirements and resolve issues efficiently.

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HMRC has published guidance detailing the current availability and any operational issues with the Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme (AWRS), which handles registrations for businesses involved in wholesale alcohol trading. This resource allows registered wholesalers and those applying to check whether the AWRS platform is operating normally or experiencing disruptions. The guidance helps traders understand service status before attempting to submit applications or access their existing registration records.

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