Employment Rights Act 1996: Core legislation covering basic employment rights, written statement requirements, notice periods, and unfair dismissal provisions. Essential for structuring the fundamental terms of employment.
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring workplace equality, covering protected characteristics and discrimination prevention. Must be considered in drafting fair and inclusive employment terms.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Regulations governing personal data handling, privacy rights, and data protection requirements in the employment context.
Working Time Regulations 1998: Rules regarding working hours, rest breaks, and holiday entitlement that must be reflected in the employment terms.
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation establishing minimum wage requirements and salary considerations for different worker categories.
Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006: Requirements regarding right to work checks and visa considerations for employment in the UK.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Workplace safety obligations including considerations for office and remote working environments.
Pensions Act 2008: Requirements for pension scheme provisions and auto-enrollment obligations for employers.
Income Tax Act 2007: Tax-related considerations including PAYE requirements and tax implications for employment.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Intellectual property rights legislation particularly relevant for software development work and code ownership.
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation affecting contractors and off-payroll working arrangements in the private sector.
