Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Primary legislation governing contracts for the supply of goods and services, setting out implied terms and obligations
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Regulates how third parties may enforce terms of a contract to which they are not a direct party
Companies Act 2006: Core company law legislation affecting business contracts and corporate relationships
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights and applies if the engineering services are provided to consumers rather than businesses
Engineering Council Regulations: Professional standards and regulations governing engineering practice in the UK
Employment Rights Act 1996: Key employment legislation that may affect consultant relationships and employment status
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation affecting contractors and consultants, determining employment status for tax purposes
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in engineering designs, software, and documentation
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulations governing the processing and protection of personal and business data
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace safety and health requirements
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Specific regulations for construction and design projects, including safety requirements
Limitation Act 1980: Sets time limits for bringing legal claims and affects liability periods in contracts
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Environmental legislation that may affect engineering projects and consulting work
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation affecting business relationships and corporate compliance
Arbitration Act 1996: Governs arbitration as a form of dispute resolution in England and Wales
