Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Core contract law legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly exclusion and limitation clauses
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR): Primary data protection legislation governing how personal data must be handled and processed
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights including software, documentation, and other IT deliverables
Employment Rights Act 1996: Defines employment rights and helps distinguish between employees and consultants
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation determining employment status for tax purposes in consulting arrangements
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Governs electronic signatures and electronic communications in business transactions
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Protects confidential business information and trade secrets
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Implies terms about service quality and fitness for purpose in service contracts
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Deals with unauthorized access to computer systems and cybersecurity obligations
Competition Act 1998: Regulates anti-competitive behavior and restrictive practices in business relationships
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Requires due diligence and reporting procedures for business relationships
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Governs electronic communications and digital privacy in business contexts
Agency Workers Regulations 2010: Protects rights of agency workers and may impact consulting arrangements
