Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing corporate entities, including corporate governance provisions, director duties and responsibilities, and company formation requirements for new entities
Partnership Act 1890: Fundamental legislation for partnerships, relevant if the JV is structured as a partnership rather than a corporate entity. Defines rights and obligations of partners
Competition Act 1998: Ensures compliance with competition laws, including market share considerations and anti-competitive behavior restrictions in joint ventures
Contract Law Framework: Including common law principles, Misrepresentation Act 1967, and Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977, governing the fundamental aspects of contract formation and enforcement
Data Protection Laws: UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, governing the handling and protection of personal and business data within the joint venture
Intellectual Property Laws: Including Patents Act 1977, Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, and Trade Marks Act 1994, protecting and governing IP rights within the JV
Employment Law: Employment Rights Act 1996 and TUPE Regulations, governing employment relationships and transfer of employees in joint venture contexts
Tax Legislation: Corporation Tax Act 2010, relevant Finance Acts, and VAT regulations governing the tax implications and obligations of the joint venture
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific laws and regulations that may apply depending on the industry in which the joint venture will operate
