Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing contracts for the sale of goods, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose, and defining rights and remedies for both parties
Competition Act 1998: Regulates anti-competitive agreements, ensures compliance with competition law, particularly relevant for territorial restrictions and pricing in distribution agreements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant when distributor sells to consumers, impacting warranties and consumer protection obligations in the distribution chain
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Applicable for any services component within the distribution arrangement
Retained EU Vertical Agreements Block Exemption Regulation: Impacts vertical agreements between manufacturers and distributors, affecting territorial restrictions and exclusive arrangements
Export Control Order 2008: Relevant if products are subject to export controls or restrictions
Agency Law Principles: Common law principles governing relationships between principals and agents in distribution contexts
Contract Law Principles: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in England and Wales
Intellectual Property Rights Legislation: Various laws protecting trademarks, patents, and other IP rights in distribution relationships
Data Protection Act 2018: UK GDPR implementation, governing handling of personal data in business relationships
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Requirements regarding transparency in supply chains and prevention of modern slavery
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation affecting business relationships and corporate compliance requirements
