Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights in the UK, crucial for protecting creative works, licensing, and rights assignments in film production
Trade Marks Act 1994: Legislation protecting brands and logos used in film production and marketing materials
Employment Rights Act 1996: Core employment legislation governing rights of cast and crew members, including contract terms and working conditions
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations controlling working hours, rest periods, and breaks for film production staff
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation ensuring minimum payment standards for all workers involved in the production
Equality Act 2010: Anti-discrimination legislation ensuring fair treatment in casting, hiring, and workplace practices
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Legislation ensuring safe working conditions on film sets and production facilities
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation controlling the use and enforcement of unfair terms in contracts
UK GDPR: Data protection regulation governing the handling of personal information of cast, crew, and other stakeholders
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR
Cinema Act 1985: Legislation governing aspects of film exhibition and distribution
Value Added Tax Act 1994: Tax legislation affecting financial aspects of film production and accounting requirements
Children and Young Persons Act 1933: Legislation protecting child performers, including working hours and conditions
The Children (Performances and Activities) (England) Regulations 2014: Specific regulations governing the involvement of children in film productions
Communications Act 2003: Legislation affecting broadcasting and media communications aspects of film production
