Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing copyright protection in the UK, crucial for protecting musical works, sound recordings, and associated rights
The Copyright and Related Rights Regulations 2003: Implements EU directives on copyright and related rights, including digital rights management provisions
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, relevant for sub-licensing and distribution chains
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Regulates electronic commerce activities, including digital distribution of content
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Governs the processing of personal data, crucial for user data handling in digital distribution
Data Protection Act 2018: The UK's implementation of data protection standards, complementing UK GDPR
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition in markets, relevant for distribution terms and territorial restrictions
The Collective Management of Copyright Regulations 2016: Governs how collecting societies operate and manage rights in the UK
Performers' Protection Acts: Protects performers' rights in their performances, crucial for music distribution
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer interests in digital content and services
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Specific rules for electronic communications and marketing, relevant for digital distribution platforms
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and digital content contracts with consumers
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and communications in contracts
Duration of Copyright and Rights in Performances Regulations 1995: Specifies the duration of copyright protection for musical works and performances
