GOV UK,GAD’s analysis supports government’s pension reforms

GAD’s analysis supports government’s pension reforms Published 15 November 2024 The Government Actuary’s Department (GAD) has published its analysis of the government’s proposed pension reforms. The analysis supports the government’s claim that the reforms will make the pension system more sustainable in the long term. The government’s proposed reforms include: Increasing the state pension age … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Upper Tribunal for Scotland Bus Registration Appeals (Composition) Regulations 2024

The Upper Tribunal for Scotland Bus Registration Appeals (Composition) Regulations 2024 Purpose: The Upper Tribunal for Scotland Bus Registration Appeals (Composition) Regulations 2024 set out the composition of the Upper Tribunal for Scotland (UTS) when hearing appeals against decisions made by Transport Scotland regarding bus service registrations. Key Provisions: Composition of the Tribunal: The UTS … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Upper Tribunal for Scotland (Transfer of Functions of the Transport Tribunal) Regulations 2024

The Upper Tribunal for Scotland (Transfer of Functions of the Transport Tribunal) Regulations 2024 Overview On November 14, 2024, the UK government published new regulations that transfer the functions of the Transport Tribunal to the Upper Tribunal for Scotland (UTS). This change is part of a larger reorganization of the UK tribunal system. Functions Transferred … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Rural Development (Continuation of Operation) (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Regulations 2024

The Rural Development (Continuation of Operation) (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Introduction On November 14, 2024, the United Kingdom government published the Rural Development (Continuation of Operation) (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Regulations 2024. These regulations amend the Rural Development (Continuation of Operation) (Scotland) Regulations 2021, which were put in place to provide continuity of support for … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Burial (Applications and Register) (Scotland) Regulations 2024

The Burial (Applications and Register) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Introduction The Burial (Applications and Register) (Scotland) Regulations 2024, which came into force on 14th November 2024, aim to modernise and streamline the process of applying for a burial or cremation in Scotland. Key Changes 1. Online Applications: The regulations introduce a new online application system for … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Burial and Cremation (Scotland) Act 2016 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024

The Burial and Cremation (Scotland) Act 2016 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024 Introduction The Burial and Cremation (Scotland) Act 2016 (Commencement No. 6 and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024 (the “Regulations”) were made by the Scottish Ministers on November 14, 2024, under sections 1 and 72 of the Burial and Cremation (Scotland) Act … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Public Procurement (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Regulations 2024

The Public Procurement (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 14th November 2024 Introduction: The Public Procurement (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 (the “Regulations”) have been introduced to amend the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (the “2015 Regulations”) and the Concessions Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016 (the “2016 Regulations”). These amendments aim to align Scottish procurement regulations with … Read more

UK New Legislation,The Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2024

The Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2024 Introduction On November 14, 2024, the UK government introduced the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2024. These regulations aim to amend various existing sanctions legislation related to the withdrawal of the UK from the European Union. Key Provisions The regulations make several … Read more