Competition Act 1998: Primary legislation governing competition law in the UK. Regulates anti-competitive agreements, ensures compliance with competition law, and prevents abuse of dominant market position in distribution arrangements.
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Fundamental legislation governing commercial relationships, transfer of title, and quality standards in goods distribution. Sets out basic principles for sale of goods contracts.
Common Law Contract Principles: Essential legal principles including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations. Forms the foundation of contract formation and enforcement.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in distributed goods and associated materials. Critical for controlling reproduction and distribution rights.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection and use of trademarks in distribution arrangements, including licensing and protection of brand rights.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Provides consumer protection provisions relevant to distribution chains involving consumer goods. Sets out quality standards and consumer remedies.
EU Retained Law: Post-Brexit legislation incorporating relevant EU laws, particularly regarding vertical agreements block exemption and territory restrictions in distribution.
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in distribution operations, including customer and business partner data.
International Trade Laws: Relevant for cross-border distribution arrangements, including import/export regulations and international trade compliance requirements.
