Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights in the UK, including rights in performances, moral rights, duration of copyright, and provisions for assignment and licensing of rights
The Music Copyright Evidence Act 1988: Specific legislation addressing protection of recorded performances and rights in sound recordings
The Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring prevention of discrimination and fair treatment provisions in contractual relationships
The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation governing how third parties may enforce contractual terms that benefit them
The Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protection for individuals who might be considered consumers in contractual relationships
Competition Act 1998: Legislation governing restrictions on anti-competitive practices in business relationships
Employment Rights Act 1996: Legislation to consider for ensuring the agreement doesn't inadvertently create an employment relationship
EU Retained Law: Relevant European Union laws that have been retained in UK law post-Brexit affecting music industry and intellectual property rights
Common Law Contract Principles: Established legal principles governing contract formation, interpretation, and enforcement in England and Wales
PRS Regulations: Performing Rights Society regulations governing the collection and distribution of royalties
PPL Requirements: Phonographic Performance Limited requirements for licensing of recorded music and collection of royalties
Musicians' Union Guidelines: Industry-specific guidelines and best practices established by the Musicians' Union for artist agreements
