Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing employment rights, including unfair dismissal provisions related to performance management, and requirements for written statements of employment particulars
Equality Act 2010: Ensures performance reviews are conducted without discrimination, considering protected characteristics, reasonable adjustments for disabled employees, and avoiding indirect discrimination in goal-setting
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Regulates how performance data is collected, stored, and processed, including employee data rights, retention periods, and privacy considerations
Human Rights Act 1998: Protects fundamental rights including privacy, fair treatment, and dignity at work in the context of performance reviews
ACAS Code of Practice: Provides guidance on disciplinary procedures, performance management best practices, and recommendations for fair assessment procedures
Industry-Specific Regulations: Any additional regulations specific to the industry that may affect performance review processes and criteria
Company Policies: Internal policies and procedures that must be aligned with the performance review process
Collective Agreements: Any applicable agreements with trade unions or employee representatives that may affect performance review procedures
Employment Contract Terms: Specific terms in individual employment contracts that may affect or govern performance review processes
