Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations in the UK, covering requirements for maintaining company records, directors' duties and responsibilities, and the recording of decisions
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling of sensitive/confidential information, storage and processing of personal data, and access rights and restrictions
Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960: While primarily concerning public meetings, provides important context and principles for private sessions and confidential meetings
UK Corporate Governance Code: Key governance framework providing principles for corporate management and oversight, including requirements for documentation and record-keeping
Common Law Duty of Confidentiality: Legal principle requiring the protection of sensitive business information and maintaining confidentiality of discussions in private meetings
Freedom of Information Act 2000: Legislation relevant to public bodies, covering exemptions for confidential information and requirements for record-keeping
Local Government Act 1972: Legislation applicable to local authorities, containing provisions for private sessions and specific record-keeping requirements
