Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations in the UK, particularly relevant for sections relating to accounting records and reporting requirements
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Key legislation regulating financial services in the UK, setting out regulatory framework for financial activities
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations requiring accountants to implement anti-money laundering controls and conduct appropriate client due diligence
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal data in the UK post-Brexit
ISRE 2400 (Revised): International Standard on Review Engagements providing framework for conducting review engagements
FRC Ethical Standard: Financial Reporting Council's standards setting out fundamental principles of ethical behavior for accountants
ICAEW Code of Ethics: Professional code of conduct issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
ISQC 1: International Standard on Quality Control establishing quality control standards for firms performing audits and reviews
FRC Requirements: Regulatory requirements set by the Financial Reporting Council for accounting professionals
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of services, including professional services
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Law regulating unfair terms in contracts, particularly relevant for limitation of liability clauses
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights, applicable if the client is a consumer rather than a business
Hedley Byrne Principles: Common law principles establishing duty of care in professional services and basis for liability limitation
Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements: Regulatory requirements for maintaining professional indemnity insurance coverage for accounting services
