Health and Social Care Act 2012: Primary healthcare legislation governing the structure and function of the NHS and healthcare provision in England and Wales
National Health Service Act 2006: Foundational legislation establishing the framework for NHS services and healthcare delivery
Medical Act 1983: Legislation governing medical practice, registration of medical practitioners, and professional standards
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Post-Brexit data protection legislation governing the processing and handling of personal medical data
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, particularly relevant for handling sensitive medical information
Access to Medical Records Act 1988: Legislation governing patient rights to access their medical records and related information
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumers receiving private medical services, ensuring quality and fairness
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Framework for ensuring safety in medical workplace settings and protecting staff and patients
Equality Act 2010: Legislation preventing discrimination in healthcare provision and ensuring equal access to medical services
Human Rights Act 1998: Fundamental rights legislation affecting medical treatment decisions and patient rights
Medical Devices Regulations 2002: Regulations governing the use, maintenance, and safety of medical equipment and devices
Medicines Act 1968: Legislation controlling the manufacture and supply of medicines and pharmaceutical products
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation controlling the use of unfair terms in contracts, including medical service agreements
GMC Guidelines: Professional standards and guidelines set by the General Medical Council for medical practitioners
Care Quality Commission Regulations: Regulatory framework for healthcare providers ensuring quality and safety standards in medical services
