In Plain English
AI-generatedThis Act lets the government review and change the retained EU rules kept after Brexit. It creates a process for ministers to revoke, amend or preserve those rules, with Parliament able to influence major decisions. The legislation is now law following Royal Assent.
Key Points
- It gives ministers broad powers to revoke, amend or replace retained EU law (REUL) and to reform how those rules are kept in force.
- It establishes a framework to identify which REUL should be kept, amended or repealed.
- In general, retained EU law can be revoked or changed unless Parliament or the government decides to preserve or reform it.
- It completed its passage and received Royal Assent, becoming law.
- It affects a wide range of sectors, including crime and justice and technology, with implications for businesses, regulators and individuals.
Progress
Having received Royal Assent, the bill is now law and has completed its passage through Parliament.
Voting
In the Commons, the government was backed by Conservative MPs, while Labour and most opposition parties opposed. A small number of other parties supported the bill (including Reform UK and the DUP).
Who is affected?
Businesses and consumers relying on retained EU lawRegulators, government departments and public bodiesLegal professionals and compliance teamsSectors affected by REUL, particularly technology and crime and justicePublic sector bodies and local authorities
Generated 21 February 2026