Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary UK legislation governing copyright protection, covering ownership, duration, moral rights, and permitted acts/fair dealing provisions
Copyright and Rights in Databases Regulations 1997: UK regulations specifically dealing with database rights and protection, particularly relevant for software-related databases
Berne Convention: International treaty governing copyright protection across member states, establishing minimum standards for copyright protection
EU Software Directive (2009/24/EC): Retained EU law providing specific protection for computer programs and software, still relevant in UK post-Brexit
EU Database Directive (96/9/EC): Retained EU law establishing specific protection for databases, still applicable in UK through retained EU law
Open Source Initiative Guidelines: Standards and definitions for open source licensing, including criteria for open source license approval
Creative Commons Framework: Standardized system for sharing creative works, providing templates and guidelines for open licensing
Consumer Rights Act 2015: UK legislation relevant for warranty disclaimers and consumer protection provisions in software licensing
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: UK legislation governing third party rights in contracts, relevant for downstream users of open source software
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: UK regulations governing electronic transactions and online commerce, relevant for digital distribution of open source software
