Nursing and Midwifery Order 2001: Primary legislation governing the regulation of nurses and midwives in the UK, establishing the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and its functions
Health and Social Care Act 2012: Key legislation organizing healthcare delivery in England, including provisions affecting nursing practice and healthcare organization
NMC Code: Professional standards of practice and behavior for nurses and midwives in the UK
Care Quality Commission Regulations: Standards and requirements for healthcare providers, affecting nursing practice and healthcare delivery
Employment Rights Act 1996: Core employment legislation defining basic employment rights and responsibilities in the UK
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination in the workplace and ensuring equal opportunities
Working Time Regulations 1998: Rules governing working hours, rest breaks, and annual leave entitlements
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation ensuring minimum pay standards for workers in the UK
General Data Protection Regulation: EU regulation on data protection and privacy, affecting handling of patient and personal data
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of GDPR, governing personal data processing and protection
NMC Registration Requirements: Specific requirements for maintaining professional registration as a nurse in the UK
DBS Requirements: Criminal record check requirements for healthcare workers in the UK
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety in the UK
COSHH Regulations 2002: Regulations controlling exposure to hazardous substances in healthcare settings
Immigration Rules: Requirements for foreign nationals working as nurses in the UK, including visa regulations
Points-based Immigration System: System determining eligibility for working in the UK based on specific criteria
Health and Care Worker Visa: Specific visa category for healthcare professionals working in the UK
