Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation governing consumer rights and business obligations in UK contracts, particularly relevant if any B2C elements are involved
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Fundamental legislation that regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded or restricted
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Governs contracts for the sale of goods, defining implied terms and conditions for business transactions
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Regulates contracts for the supply of goods and services, establishing implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations and corporate entities in the UK
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Provides for statutory interest on late payments in commercial transactions
Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993: Governs relationships between commercial agents and their principals
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Allows third parties to enforce terms of contracts intended to benefit them
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in the UK post-Brexit
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Governs electronic commerce and digital business transactions
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003: Regulates electronic communications, including marketing and cookies
Limitation Act 1980: Sets statutory time limits for bringing legal claims and actions
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Provides remedies for misrepresentation in contract formation
Competition Act 1998: Regulates anti-competitive behavior and promotes fair competition in business
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Requires businesses to ensure transparency in supply chains and prevent modern slavery
Rome I Regulation (as retained in UK law): Determines which country's laws apply to contractual obligations in cross-border situations
UK Sanctions Regulations: Governs international trade restrictions and compliance requirements
