# The Regulation of Investigatory Powers (Directed Surveillance and Covert Human Intelligence Sources) (Amendment) Order 2026, Introduction: Introductory text


INVESTIGATORY POWERS, ENGLAND AND WALES
Made 1st September 2026
Laid before Parliament 2nd September 2026
Coming into force
Articles 1 to 4 (except article 4(2) and (4)) 29th October 2026
Article 4(2) and (4) 1st January 2027
The Secretary of State makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by section 30(3)(b) and (6) of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/956/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/regulation-of-investigatory-powers-directed-surveillance-and-covert-human-intelligence-sources-amendment-order-2026/introduction
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