Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing employment rights and responsibilities in England and Wales, fundamental for HR consulting work
Companies Act 2006: Core legislation governing company operations and corporate responsibilities in the UK
Equality Act 2010: Comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation protecting individuals with protected characteristics in the workplace
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR to regulate personal data processing
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Legislation requiring businesses to ensure transparency in supply chains and prevent modern slavery
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of services, including consulting services
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and sets limits on what can be excluded or limited in contractual agreements
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in consulting deliverables and materials
UK GDPR: Post-Brexit data protection regulation defining how personal data must be handled and processed
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Protects confidential business information and trade secrets in consulting relationships
CIPD Professional Standards: Professional guidelines and ethical standards for HR professionals set by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Financial regulations to prevent money laundering that may affect consulting payment structures
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation affecting business relationships and consulting arrangements
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation ensuring workplace safety and health, relevant for consulting activities conducted on client premises
