UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing how personal data must be processed, stored, and protected. Sets out data subject rights and organizational obligations.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003: Specific rules for electronic communications, including requirements for cookies and electronic marketing consent.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Fundamental consumer protection legislation covering contracts for goods, services, and digital content, including fairness requirements.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and online contracts, including cancellation rights, information requirements, and cooling-off periods.
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Sets out requirements for online business operations, including transparency in commercial communications and information service providers must give to customers.
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Establishes the legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic commerce in the UK.
Equality Act 2010: Requires websites and services to be accessible to users with disabilities and prevents discrimination.
Age Appropriate Design Code: Standards for online services to protect children's privacy and data rights under UK GDPR.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights and governs how copyrighted material can be used and shared online.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits how businesses can exclude or restrict their liability.
Payment Services Regulations 2017: Governs online payment processing and financial services, including security and authorization requirements.
Online Safety Bill: Pending legislation aimed at regulating online content and protecting users from harmful material.
