UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Primary data protection legislation in the UK that governs how personal data must be handled, processed, and stored. Essential for website operations involving user data.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, including requirements for cookies and electronic marketing.
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Regulations governing electronic commerce transactions and information society services in the UK.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key consumer protection legislation that applies to B2C contracts, covering digital content and services.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations providing specific protections for consumers in distance selling and off-premises contracts.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation protecting intellectual property rights in creative works, including website content and software.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Legislation governing the protection of trademarks, relevant for website branding and content.
Copyright and Rights in Databases Regulations 1997: Specific protection for databases and structured data collections used in websites.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation controlling the use and enforceability of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Law governing false or misleading statements made during contract formation.
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Cybersecurity legislation requiring measures to protect network and information systems.
Equality Act 2010: Legislation requiring reasonable adjustments for disabled persons, including website accessibility requirements.
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Framework for electronic signatures and the admissibility of electronic evidence.
