The Wireless Telegraphy (Direct to Device Satellite Communications) (Exemption) Regulations 2026

These Regulations set out the circumstances in which wireless telegraphy apparatus (including mobile phones) which are established, installed or used for direct to device services will be exempt from the requirement to be licensed under section 8(1) of the Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006.

Lifecycle

Department

Made

16 Feb 2026

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In force

25 Feb 2026

Enabling power

Before making these Regulations, OFCOM have given notice of their proposal to do so in accordance with section 122(4)(a) of the Act, published notice of their proposal in accordance with section 122(4)(b) of the Act, and have considered the representations made to them before the time specified in the notice in accordance with section 122(4)(c) of the Act.

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