UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Key data protection legislation governing how personal information must be collected, processed, and stored during campaign solicitation. Requires clear privacy notices, lawful basis for processing, and data subject rights.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, including requirements for consent in electronic marketing and solicitation campaigns.
Charities Act 2011: Primary legislation governing charitable fundraising activities in England and Wales, including requirements for transparency and proper use of funds.
Charities (Protection and Social Investment) Act 2016: Additional regulations for charitable fundraising, including provisions for fundraising statements and agreements with professional fundraisers.
Fundraising Regulator's Code of Fundraising Practice: Sets out the standards expected of charitable fundraising organizations in the UK, including specific guidelines for solicitation materials.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Protects against unfair commercial practices and requires truthful representation in marketing and solicitation materials.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Ensures fair treatment of consumers and requires clear terms and conditions in any commercial relationships.
CAP Code: UK Code of Non-broadcast Advertising and Direct & Promotional Marketing, providing rules for ensuring advertising and promotional materials are legal, decent, honest, and truthful.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Relevant when solicitation involves financial services or investment opportunities, requiring specific disclosures and compliance measures.
Political Parties, Elections and Referendums Act 2000: Governs political campaign fundraising, including requirements for donation reporting and spending limits.
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Requirements for due diligence and reporting when handling significant donations or funds to prevent money laundering.
