Contract Rights of Third Parties Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract. Important for determining who can enforce rights under the SLA.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly regarding limitation of liability and reasonableness of terms.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation for consumer contracts, ensuring services are provided with reasonable care and skill (if dealing with consumers).
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms for service contracts, including the requirement to carry out services with reasonable care and skill.
Services, Digital Content and Digital Services Regulations 2022: Updates consumer protection for digital services and content, relevant if maintenance includes digital elements.
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Regulates the processing of personal data, crucial if maintenance services involve handling customer data.
Data Protection Act 2018: The UK's implementation of data protection laws, working alongside UK GDPR.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Governs electronic communications and must be considered if maintenance services involve electronic monitoring or communications.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety, essential for maintenance work carried out on premises.
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Details specific health and safety requirements and risk assessments for workplace activities.
Work at Height Regulations 2005: Specific regulations for work at height, relevant if maintenance involves elevated work.
TUPE Regulations 2006: Protects employees' rights when service provision changes, relevant if maintenance contract involves staff transfers.
Building Regulations 2010: Standards for building work and modifications, relevant for structural maintenance services.
Gas Safety Regulations 1998: Mandatory requirements for gas installations and maintenance work involving gas systems.
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Framework for environmental protection, including waste disposal and environmental impact of maintenance work.
WEEE Regulations: Regulations governing disposal of electrical and electronic equipment waste during maintenance activities.
Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act 1998: Governs interest on late payments in commercial transactions, relevant for payment terms in the SLA.
Business Protection from Misleading Marketing Regulations 2008: Ensures accurate representation of maintenance services in marketing and contractual materials.
