UK Cabinet Office Releases National Risk Register 2026 as New Compliance Deadlines Loom
Veröffentlicht: 15.07.2026 um 14:38 Uhr, Redaktion boerse-global.de
The UK Cabinet Office published the National Risk Register 2026 on July 14, a 223-page document outlining the most serious threats facing the country. The release coincides with a wave of new legislative requirements targeting modern slavery, workplace harassment, and terrorism preparedness — putting mounting pressure on UK businesses to formalise their risk management strategies.
Supply Chains Face Mandatory Modern Slavery Reporting
The Immigration and Asylum Bill, introduced on June 30 and reaching its second reading on July 13, proposes a significant shift toward mandatory prevention in supply chains. Under the new rules, public authorities and large corporations would face penalties of up to £1 million or 1% of turnover for failing to submit detailed modern slavery statements.
These disclosures must include evidence of due diligence and specific risk assessments, with parent companies required to approve the statements of their subsidiaries.
With formal risk assessments now a legal requirement under multiple new regulations, having the right templates at hand saves time and ensures compliance. The free Risk Assessment Toolkit provides 41 ready-to-use checklists and templates covering everything from fire safety to lone working. Download the free Risk Assessment Toolkit
Harassment Prevention Deadline Approaches with Readiness Gap
Employers face a deadline of October 1, 2026, to comply with the Employment Rights Act on sexual harassment. The law will require firms to take all reasonable steps to prevent harassment in the workplace.
However, a July 2026 survey of 985 HR and compliance professionals by VinciWorks reveals a significant readiness gap. The data shows that 21% of UK managers have received no training on sexual harassment, and 34% of employers have never conducted a formal risk assessment on the matter. Only 8% of surveyed organisations reported making significant changes ahead of the upcoming deadline.
Martyn's Law: Venues Must Notify on Terrorism Preparedness
The Home Office published new notification guidance on July 14 for the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly known as Martyn's Law. The guidance details how venues must notify the Security Industry Authority (SIA) regarding their preparedness.
The legislation categorises venues into two tiers based on capacity. The standard tier covers locations with a capacity between 200 and 799, focusing on basic procedures. The enhanced tier applies to venues with a capacity of 800 or more, requiring detailed, formal risk assessments.
While Royal Assent was granted in April 2025, full enforcement is expected to begin in 2027.
International Developments: South Korea and Hungary
Beyond the UK, international jurisdictions are also tightening safety disclosure requirements. In South Korea, a new safety and health disclosure regime takes effect on August 1, 2026. The rules apply to employers with more than 500 workers and require public disclosure of safety organisations, budgets, risk assessment results, and plans for preventing the recurrence of accidents.
Legal experts in the region, including attorney Kim Gyeong-geun, have suggested that firms should view these disclosures as a potential competitive advantage rather than a mere administrative burden. Non-compliance could result in fines of up to 10 million won.
In Hungary, compliance remains centred on Act XCIII of 1993, which requires all employers to conduct risk assessments and provide safety training, machine tests, and chemical safety evaluations.
Meeting your duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 is non-negotiable. A free toolkit provides nine ready-to-use tools, including risk assessments, checklists, and a directors' liability guide to help you stay compliant and protect your workforce. Download the free Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 Toolkit
HSE Updates Manual Handling Guidance
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) published updated guidance for its Manual Handling Assessment Charts (MAC) tool on July 15. The framework uses a colour-coded scoring system to evaluate the risks associated with lifting, carrying, and team handling.
Proper assessment remains a priority for the regulator. During the 2022/23 period, the HSE issued 8,000 notices and achieved a 94% conviction rate across 203 prosecutions.
Forklift Training Changes Leave Businesses at Risk
Operational challenges persist in specialised sectors. Industry reports from July 14 indicate that many UK businesses remain unclear on updated Workplace Transport Groupings for forklift training that took effect in January 2026. Experts from Aprolis Training Solutions noted that training conducted under previous systems is no longer considered valid, leaving some firms at risk of non-compliance.
Free Cyber Support for SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are being encouraged to utilise free cyber consultancy through the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). As of July 15, over 760 small organisations have engaged with these advisors to pursue Cyber Essentials certification.
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