Equality Act 2010: Primary legislation ensuring non-discrimination in employment applications based on protected characteristics such as age, gender, race, disability, religion, or sexual orientation
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulations governing how personal information must be collected, processed, and stored in job applications and employment records
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation establishing the legal minimum payment rates for workers, which needs to be considered in employment terms
Working Time Regulations 1998: Rules governing working hours, breaks, and rest periods that should be acknowledged in employment relationships
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Fundamental legislation ensuring workplace safety and health protection for employees
Food Safety Act 1990: Specific legislation relevant to food handling and safety standards in food service establishments
Food Hygiene Regulations 2006: Detailed regulations for maintaining food safety and hygiene standards in food preparation and service
Young Workers Directive: European-derived regulations specifically protecting young workers' rights and establishing special conditions for their employment
Children and Young Persons Act: Legislation governing the employment of minors and young people, including working hours and conditions
Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006: Legislation requiring employers to verify candidates' right to work in the UK before employment
