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Sporting Events Bill

The King's Speech 2026 bill covering sporting events, public safety and event governance measures connected to major fixtures.

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14 May 2026 | Policy paper Department for Culture, Media and Sport linked direct

Sporting Events Bill

Why linked: Sporting Events Bill supporting documents on GOV.UK - directly provides material for the bill under scrutiny

Supporting documents for legislation to support and enhance the UK’s status as a world-leading host of major sporting events.

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13 May 2026 | Policy paper British Transport Police Delegated Powers and Regulatory Reform Committee Department for Transport Network Rail Office of Rail and Road Regulatory Policy Committee Transport Committee Transport Focus Context · primary home: Tackling State Threats Bill linked evidence

The King's Speech 2026 – Background Briefing Notes (PDF)

Why linked: Filled the "King's Speech 2026 background briefing notes on sporting events" gap via web research

The full PDF of the King's Speech 2026 background briefing notes from the Prime Minister's Office, containing dedicated section on the Railways and Passenger Benefits Bill (p.75) setting out the rationale for establishing Great British Railways.

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13 May 2026 | Policy paper Home Office Context · primary home: Courts Modernisation Bill linked evidence

King's Speech 2026: Immigration and Asylum Bill

Why linked: Filled the "King's Speech 2026 background briefing notes on sporting events" gap via web research

The King's Speech 2026 bill to increase confidence in the security of immigration and asylum systems and support a firm but fair framework.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ The King's Speech 2026: background briefing not… (129pp)
13 May 2026 | Policy paper Department for Culture, Media and Sport linked commitment

King's Speech announces Sporting Events Bill

Why linked: The King's Speech 2026 and official briefing notes announce the Sporting Events Bill as part of the government's legislative programme.

The King's Speech 2026 bill covering sporting events, public safety and event governance measures connected to major fixtures.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ The King's Speech 2026: background briefing not… (129pp)
2 Aug 2025 | Statutory Instrument Department for Culture, Media and Sport evidence

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) Order 2025

Why linked: Filled the "Sports ground safety inspection and certification regimes" gap via web research

A statutory instrument made under the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 that amends the list of designated sports grounds required to hold safety certificates, reflecting promotions, relegations, and ground changes for the 2025/26 season. It is the live operative …

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11 Jul 2025 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) Order 2025

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) Order 2025 - implements Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975, a statutory basis named in thread scope

By section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c. 52) the Secretary of State may designate as a sports ground requiring a safety certificate under that Act any sports ground which, in the Secretary of State’s opinion, …

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2 Jul 2025 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Licensing Act 2003 (UEFA Women’s European Football Championship Licensing Hours) Order 2025

Why linked: Licensing Hours Order for UEFA Women's Euro 2025 - demonstrates existing mechanisms for major sporting event governance; precedent for licensing arrangements

This Order provides for the extension of licensing hours for licensed premises and clubs on the days of a semi-final or final match of the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Football Championship, if a team representing England or Wales plays in …

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24 May 2024 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Licensing Act 2003 (UEFA European Football Championship Licensing Hours) Order 2024

Why linked: UEFA European Football Championship 2024 Licensing Hours Order - precedent for how licensing frameworks apply to major international sporting events

This Order is made under section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003 (c.17) (“the 2003 Act”). It relates to the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship to be held in Germany from 14th June 2024 to 14th July 2024. In publicity, …

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6 Jul 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) (England) (No. 3) Order 2023

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) Amendment 2023 - implementation of statutory safety regime for sports grounds

Under section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c. 52) (“the Act”), where the Secretary of State is of the opinion that a sports grounds has accommodation for more than the specified number of spectators, the Secretary …

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17 Apr 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) (England) (No. 2) Order 2023

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) Amendment 2023 - designation orders under Act 1975 statutory basis

Under section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c. 52) (“the Act”), where the Secretary of State is of the opinion that a sports ground has accommodation for more than the specified number of spectators, the Secretary …

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17 Apr 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) (England) (No. 2) Order 2023

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) Amendment 2023 - designation orders under Act 1975 statutory basis

Under section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c. 52) (“the Act”), where the Secretary of State is of the opinion that a sports ground has accommodation for more than the specified number of spectators, the Secretary …

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9 Mar 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) (England) Order 2023

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) Amendment 2023 - implementation of sports ground safety certification regime

Under section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c. 52) (“the Act”), where the Secretary of State is of the opinion that a sports ground has accommodation for more than the specified number of spectators, the Secretary …

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6 Jul 2022 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) (England) (No. 2) Order 2022

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) Amendment 2022 - ongoing implementation of sports ground safety regime

Under section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c.52) (“the Act”), where the Secretary of State is of the opinion that a sports ground has accommodation for more than the specified number of spectators, the Secretary of …

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14 Feb 2022 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) (Amendment) (England) Order 2022

Why linked: Safety of Sports Grounds (Designation) Amendment 2022 - sports ground designation under 1975 Act

Under section 1(1) of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 (c. 52) (“the Act”), where the Secretary of State is of the opinion that a sports ground has accommodation for more than the specified number of spectators, the Secretary …

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