Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Governs copyright ownership of photographs, moral rights, and the assignment and licensing of rights in photographic works
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Regulates the processing of personal data, storage and usage of images, model's privacy rights, and consent requirements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Applies to contracts between businesses and consumers, ensuring fairness in contract terms and protecting consumer rights
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulates working hours, breaks, and rest periods if the model is considered an employee
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Ensures safety standards and working conditions during photo shoots
Equality Act 2010: Protects against discrimination and requires reasonable accommodations for protected characteristics
Human Rights Act 1998: Protects fundamental rights including privacy and publicity rights relevant to photo usage
Children and Young Persons Act: Provides special protections and requirements for working with models under 18, including consent and safeguarding measures
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles governing contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations
