Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Primary legislation governing competition law in Singapore, particularly relevant for territorial restrictions and exclusive dealings in franchise agreements. Must ensure compliance with rules on market competition and anti-competitive practices.
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Governs the protection and licensing of trademarks in Singapore. Critical for franchise agreements as it regulates how trademark rights can be licensed and protected between franchisor and franchisee.
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore. Relevant for understanding the legal framework under which both franchisor and franchisee operate.
Common Law Contract Principles: Singapore's contract law is based on common law principles, which govern the formation, execution, and enforcement of contractual agreements.
FLA Singapore Guidelines: Guidelines provided by the Franchising and Licensing Association of Singapore, including the Code of Ethics for franchising, which sets industry standards and best practices.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests and regulates fair trading practices, which must be considered in franchise operations dealing with consumers.
Consumer Protection (Trade Descriptions and Safety Requirements) Act: Regulates product descriptions and safety requirements, particularly relevant for franchise businesses involving retail or consumer products.
Copyright Act: Protects original works and regulates their use, important for franchise systems' operational manuals, training materials, and other proprietary content.
Patents Act: Governs the protection of inventions and innovative processes, relevant if the franchise system includes patented technologies or methods.
Registered Designs Act: Protects the visual design of articles, important for franchises with unique design elements in their products or business presentation.
Employment Act: Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, relevant for franchisee-employee relationships and employment terms.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Governs workplace injury compensation, important for establishing liability and insurance requirements in franchise operations.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, crucial for franchise operations handling customer and employee data.
International Trade Regulations: Various regulations governing international trade, relevant if the franchise involves cross-border operations or international supply chains.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific laws and regulations that vary depending on the nature of the franchise business (e.g., F&B, retail, services), including licensing requirements and health/safety standards.
