Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Primary legislation governing the handling of personal data in meeting notes, including requirements for data processing, storage, and protection of individuals' rights mentioned in the notes
Companies Act 2006: Key legislation for meetings involving company business, outlining requirements for recording company decisions and statutory requirements for meeting minutes
Freedom of Information Act 2000: Legislation relevant when meetings involve public bodies, setting requirements for transparency and disclosure of information
Defamation Act 2013: Governs the accurate representation of discussions and helps avoid potentially defamatory content in meeting notes
Employment Rights Act 1996: Relevant for meetings involving employee matters, governing the protection of sensitive employment information
Equality Act 2010: Ensures discussions involving protected characteristics are properly handled and documented using non-discriminatory language
Evidence Rules: Best practice considerations for ensuring meeting notes can serve as valid evidence in case of future disputes
Professional Standards: Best practice requirements for maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct in meeting documentation
Document Retention Policies: Best practice guidelines for how long meeting notes should be kept and how they should be stored
