Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing sales contracts, covering transfer of title, conditions and warranties, and defining fundamental rights and obligations of both parties
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation applicable when services are included alongside goods, covering quality standards and implied terms
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation for business-to-consumer sales, covering quality rights, fitness for purpose, and consumer protections
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates exclusion clauses and determines which contractual terms may be considered unfair or void
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Covers false statements that induced the contract, relevant for warranties and representations in sales agreements
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation governing how third party rights can be incorporated into and enforced under a contract
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Governs payment terms and interest provisions for commercial transactions
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the processing and protection of personal data in commercial relationships
Fraud Act 2006: Provides framework for anti-fraud provisions and protections in commercial agreements
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Legislation governing electronic signatures and electronic contract execution
