Public Contracts Regulations 2015: Primary legislation governing public procurement processes and contract awards in England and Wales
Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015: Legislation promoting fair competition and supporting small businesses in procurement processes
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business dealings
Bribery Act 2010: Addresses corruption and bribery in business transactions and procurement processes
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Governs the handling and protection of personal and business data in procurement processes
Law of Contract: Common law principles governing contract formation, terms, and enforcement
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and protects against unreasonable exclusion clauses
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Provides remedies for false statements made during contract negotiations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules and requirements depending on the industry (e.g., financial services, healthcare, construction)
TUPE Regulations 2006: Protects employees' rights when business ownership changes or services are outsourced
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination and equal treatment in business relationships and procurement
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in business proposals and related documents
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the use and protection of trademarks in business relationships
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Sets environmental standards and requirements for business operations
Climate Change Act 2008: Establishes requirements for carbon reduction and environmental sustainability
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Sets standards for workplace safety and health protection
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Protects confidential business information and trade secrets during procurement processes
