enforced

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It forms part of the Crime and Policing Act 2026, but the government is yet to issue statutory guidance to police forces before the law can be enforced.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Those who don’t furnish one to register are supposed to present one when they vote for the first time in a federal election, though this requirement isn’t strictly enforced.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A clear bag policy will be enforced during the festival.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Unauthorised peddling, parking and blocking foot traffic were long tolerated informally, but fines are now being enforced -- and city authorities are considering doubling them.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Inmates appreciate a constant set of keepers, he explained; they don’t like having the rules enforced differently every day.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover