Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA): Primary legislation governing financial services regulation in the UK, establishing regulatory framework and authorities
Financial Services Act 2012: Reformed the UK financial regulatory structure, establishing the FCA and PRA as key regulatory bodies
Regulated Activities Order 2001: Defines which activities require FCA authorization and regulation in the financial services sector
FCA and PRA Requirements: Regulatory guidelines and requirements from the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority governing asset management activities
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights and defining fair trading practices in the UK
FCA's Conduct of Business Sourcebook (COBS): Detailed rules and guidance for firms' business conduct, including client communications and investment advice
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations requiring firms to implement anti-money laundering controls and due diligence procedures
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR): Post-Brexit data protection legislation governing how personal data must be handled and protected
Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD): Regulatory framework for alternative investment fund managers as implemented in UK law
Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II): UK implementation of regulations governing financial markets and improving protections for investors
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles of contract law including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation regulating unfair terms in contracts and limiting the extent to which liability can be excluded
Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations and director responsibilities in the UK
Corporate Governance Code: Set of principles and practices for good corporate governance in UK companies
ESG Regulations: Environmental, Social and Governance regulations including energy reporting and modern slavery requirements
