Medical Act 1983: Primary legislation governing medical practice in England and Wales, establishing the framework for medical professional regulation and standards
Health and Social Care Act 2012: Fundamental legislation organizing healthcare delivery in England, including NHS structure and healthcare provider regulations
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, crucial for handling patient data and medical information privacy
Mental Capacity Act 2005: Legislation governing decision-making for people who may lack capacity to make their own medical decisions
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination in healthcare provision and equal access to medical services
NHS (General Medical Services Contracts) Regulations 2015: Specific regulations governing NHS medical service contracts and delivery requirements
Health and Social Care (Quality and Safety) Regulations 2014: Standards for healthcare quality and safety in service delivery
Care Quality Commission Registration Regulations 2009: Requirements for healthcare provider registration and compliance with quality standards
GMC Guidance: Professional standards and guidelines set by the General Medical Council for medical practitioners
NHS England Guidelines: Official protocols and procedures for healthcare delivery within the NHS system
BMA Guidelines: Professional guidance from the British Medical Association for medical practice
Caldicott Principles: Framework for protecting patient information and ensuring appropriate information sharing in healthcare
Medical Records Guidelines: Requirements for maintaining, storing, and managing medical records and documentation
Consent Requirements: Legal framework for obtaining informed consent from patients for medical treatment
NHS Charging Regulations: Rules governing healthcare charges and payment requirements within the NHS system
