Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing software protection as literary work, rights of copyright holders, duration of copyright protection, and license grant provisions
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing data protection requirements, processing of personal data, and data transfer provisions
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation covering fair terms requirements, quality of service provisions, consumer protection measures, and right to repair or replacement in B2C contracts
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation governing reasonableness of contract terms, limitation of liability clauses, and exclusion clauses
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Regulations covering electronic contracting requirements, information provision obligations, and online terms and conditions
Competition Act 1998: Legislation governing anti-competitive provisions and market abuse considerations in commercial agreements
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation covering quality of service, fitness for purpose, and reasonable care and skill requirements
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles covering contract formation, consideration, and terms and conditions under English common law
Export Control Order 2008: Legislation governing export controls, particularly relevant for software containing encryption and international transfer restrictions
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003: Regulations governing electronic communications, cookie laws, and marketing permissions in digital services
