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

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2026

7 events
14 May 2026 | Debate linked direct

Sporting Events Bill [HL]

Why linked: First Reading of the Sporting Events Bill in House of Lords - direct legislative instrument central to the thread

First Reading 11:10:00 A Bill to make provision for enabling a common set of legislative provisions to be applied to major sporting events held in the United Kingdom; to confer power to provide financial assistance in relation to sporting events …

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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.

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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.

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20 Apr 2026 | Other linked direct

We are concerned about Sport England losing its function as a Statutory Planning Consultee. Given the vital importance of playing fields to grassroots sport, Ministers in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport should be arguing strongly for the protection of Sport England’s role. It is telling that the three bodies the Government is proposing to remove from the consultee list are all accountable to the DCMS. (Conclusion, Paragraph 51)

Why linked: Select committee concern that Sport England is losing its statutory planning-consultee status — relevant to venue-planning context around major events.

We are concerned about Sport England losing its function as a Statutory Planning Consultee. Given the vital importance of playing fields to grassroots sport, Ministers in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport should be arguing strongly for the protection …

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13 Apr 2026 | Announcement Home Office linked direct

FIFA Men’s Football World Cup 2026: Licensing Hours

Why linked: WMS HCWS1493 (April 2026) on FIFA Men's Football World Cup 2026 licensing hours — directly evidences the per-event s.172 pattern the Bill is intended to consolidate.

UIN: HCWS1493 Late last year the Government consulted on proposals to make a contingent Licensing Hours Order under section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the 2026 FIFA Men’s Football World Cup. The majority of respondents were in favour …

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2025

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17 Nov 2025 | Committee report Department of Health and Social Care linked direct

Letter from the Permanent Secretary at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport relating to Accounting Officer Assessment: UEFA European Championships 2028 (EURO 2028) Programme, 13 November 2025

Why linked: Permanent Secretary follow-on Accounting Officer correspondence on UEFA European Championship delivery (Nov 2025) — continuing governance trail for EURO 2028.

Direction: to_committee

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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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15 May 2025 | Announcement Home Office linked direct

Extending licensing hours for the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship

Why linked: WMS HCWS644 (May 2025) on extending licensing hours for UEFA Women's Euro 2025 — direct precedent statement underpinning SI 2025/793.

UIN: HCWS644 The Government consulted on, and will be proceeding with, the proposal to make a contingent Licensing Hours Order under Section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003, after the majority of respondents to the consultation were in favour of …

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2024

2 events
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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2023

6 events
29 Dec 2023 | Other linked direct

We recommend that the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 be updated to require local authorities to include a wider variety of perspectives in Safety Advisory Groups. This should include requirements to assess the needs to existing fan groups in local areas, as well as efforts to reach demographic groups that have been previously disregarded.

Why linked: Parliamentary recommendation to update Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 regarding Safety Advisory Groups - directly relevant to event governance frameworks in scope

We recommend that the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975 be updated to require local authorities to include a wider variety of perspectives in Safety Advisory Groups. This should include requirements to assess the needs to existing fan groups in …

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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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2022

3 events
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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16 May 2022 | Statutory Instrument Context · primary home: Grenfell fire building safety… linked direct

The Fire Safety Act 2021 (Commencement) (England) Regulations 2022

Why linked: Fire Safety Act 2021 (Commencement) (England) Regulations 2022 — operationalises a statutory hook named in the thread scope as background to venue safety.

These Regulations bring into force on 16th May 2022 section 1 of the Fire Safety Act 2021 (c. 24) in relation to premises in England.

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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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2021

1 event