Law of Property Act 1925: Key legislation governing property interests and legal formalities in England and Wales. Particularly relevant for sections dealing with legal interests in property and formal requirements.
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Primary legislation governing commercial leases in England and Wales, containing essential provisions and protections for both landlords and tenants.
Statute of Frauds 1677: Historical but still relevant legislation that requires guarantees to be made in writing and signed to be legally enforceable.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs false or misleading statements made during contract formation, which could affect the validity of the guarantee.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use and enforcement of unfair terms in contracts, particularly relevant for guarantees which might contain onerous terms.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant if the guarantor might be considered a consumer rather than a business entity, providing additional protections.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Applicable if the guarantee includes regulated financial provisions or activities.
Holme v Brunskill (1878): Key case law establishing that material variations to the underlying lease require guarantor consent to maintain the guarantee's validity.
K/S Victoria Street v House of Fraser: Important case law addressing issues surrounding repeat guarantees and the implications of guarantee arrangements in commercial leases.
