# The Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Act 2026 (Commencement No. 1) Order 2026, Article 2: Provision coming into force on 5 October 2026


Section 9 (independence of the OEGW) of the Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Act 2026 comes into force on 5 October 2026.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2026/119/article/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/environment-principles-governance-and-biodiversity-targets-wales-act-2026-commencement-no-1-order-2026/article-2
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