Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights, including software copyright protection and ownership of code
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, governing how personal data must be handled, processed and protected in software systems
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Post-Brexit data protection framework setting standards for data processing, storage and transfer in software applications
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Legislation concerning unauthorized access to computer systems and software security requirements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant for B2C software contracts, establishing quality standards and consumer protection measures
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms for contracts involving supply of services, including software development services
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, relevant for software licensing and end-user rights
Database Rights Regulations 1997: Protection of databases and structured data collections within software systems
Employment Rights Act 1996: Relevant for contracts involving developer rights and obligations in software development projects
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Governs electronic business transactions and online service provision
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications in contracts
Consumer Protection Regulations 2008: Protects against unfair trading practices in software development and licensing
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Sets security requirements for digital service providers and network systems
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Governs electronic communications, relevant for software featuring communication capabilities
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles of contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations
