Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Primary legislation governing service contracts and implied terms in service agreements. Essential for defining the basic contractual obligations and service standards.
Goods Vehicles (Licensing of Operators) Act 1995: Regulates the licensing and operation of goods vehicles. Relevant if the contractor is operating goods vehicles for transportation services.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Key legislation for ensuring proper classification and treatment of independent contractor status, helping avoid misclassification risks.
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Establishes fundamental health and safety obligations for both parties in the working relationship.
Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations 2005: Governs working hours and mandatory rest periods for transport workers to ensure safety and compliance.
Road Traffic Act 1988: Sets out essential vehicle and driver requirements, including licensing, insurance, and road safety obligations.
Transport Act 1968: Covers licensing and operational requirements for transport services, including record-keeping obligations.
Drivers' Hours and Tachograph Rules: EU retained law governing driving time limits, break requirements, and monitoring compliance through tachograph usage.
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulates the handling and protection of personal data in the context of transportation services.
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Addresses supply chain transparency and prevention of forced labor in transportation and logistics operations.
Public Liability Insurance Act 1969: Establishes insurance requirements for transportation services to protect against public liability claims.
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation determining contractor status and ensuring proper tax classification of independent contractors.
