Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company accounting records, reporting requirements, and statutory obligations for maintaining proper books of accounts
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services in the UK, including provisions affecting accountancy services
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal and financial data
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations requiring accountants to implement anti-money laundering controls and conduct due diligence
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002: Legislation relating to reporting obligations for suspicious financial activities
ICAEW Regulations: Professional standards and guidelines set by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
FRC Requirements: Financial Reporting Council standards governing accounting and auditing practices
UK IFRS: International Financial Reporting Standards as adopted by the UK post-Brexit
UK GAAP: UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice - the standard framework of accounting guidelines for UK financial statements
Common Law of Contract: Body of case law establishing fundamental principles of contract formation and enforcement
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation restricting the use and enforcement of unfair terms in contracts
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights in service contracts, applicable when dealing with individual clients
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation implying terms about quality of service into contracts
Finance Acts: Annual legislation implementing tax changes and requirements affecting accounting practices
Tax Management Act 1970: Framework legislation for tax administration and management
Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements: Regulatory requirements for maintaining professional indemnity insurance coverage for accounting services
