Contract Law Act 1999: Core legislation governing contract formation, terms, and enforcement in England and Wales
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly exclusion and limitation clauses
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights and applies when dealing with consumer contracts
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms for contracts involving the supply of goods and services
Commercial Agents Regulations 1993: Governs relationships between commercial agents and their principals
Employment Rights Act 1996: Ensures SOW doesn't inadvertently create employment relationships and protects employment rights
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation affecting contractors and determining employment status for tax purposes
UK GDPR: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in the UK post-Brexit
Data Protection Act 2018: The UK's implementation of data protection standards and requirements
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Governs electronic communications and digital privacy requirements
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulates financial services activities and contracts within the financial sector
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in creative works, designs, and inventions
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection and use of trademarks in commercial arrangements
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Sets out the framework for workplace health and safety requirements
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Provides specific requirements for managing workplace safety and risk assessment
Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act 1998: Provides for interest on late payments in commercial transactions
