UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing how personal data must be collected, processed, and stored, including requirements for consent, data subject rights, and breach notifications
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, cookies, and direct marketing activities
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Fundamental consumer protection legislation covering digital content, services, and goods, including requirements for quality, fitness for purpose, and consumer remedies
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices and sets standards for business-to-consumer interactions
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and electronic contracts, including cancellation rights and information requirements
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Regulates electronic commerce activities and information society services, including requirements for online service providers
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in software, content, and related materials
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection and use of trademarks in products and services
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Provides remedies for false statements inducing contract formation
Equality Act 2010: Ensures accessibility and prevents discrimination in service provision
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Sets security requirements for digital service providers and essential services
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services and markets, relevant if the beta product involves financial services
Medical Devices Regulations 2002: Regulates medical devices and related software, applicable if the beta product has healthcare applications
Competition Act 1998: Prohibits anti-competitive behavior and abuse of dominant market position
Enterprise Act 2002: Provides framework for competition law and consumer protection
Online Safety Bill: Pending legislation aimed at regulating online content and protecting users from harmful material
