National Minimum Wage Act 1998 and Regulations 2015: Key legislation governing payment for work. Important for determining if internship genuinely qualifies as exempt from minimum wage requirements and whether the intern would be classified as a 'worker' under law. Student placements and volunteer arrangements may have specific exemptions.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Defines basic employment rights that may apply even in unpaid arrangements, including working time considerations, breaks, and protections against discrimination and harassment.
Working Time Regulations 1998: Governs maximum weekly working hours, mandatory rest breaks and rest periods, and potential holiday entitlement considerations.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Establishes duty of care obligations, health and safety requirements, and necessary insurance considerations for anyone in a workplace.
Equality Act 2010: Provides protection against discrimination, requires reasonable accommodations where needed, and ensures fair treatment in the workplace.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Regulates the handling of personal information, privacy considerations, and data protection rights for individuals.
Immigration Rules: Covers right to work checks and visa requirements for interns, particularly relevant for international participants.
Additional Legal Considerations: Important aspects including clear distinction between internship and employment, learning objectives, duration terms, intellectual property rights, and confidentiality requirements.
