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Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing employment certificates, particularly Section 1 which mandates written statements of employment particulars including service length, positions held, and termination information

Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and processing of personal information, ensuring data accuracy and appropriate disclosure in employment certificates

Equality Act 2010: Ensures no discriminatory information is included in employment documentation and considers protected characteristics in all employment-related documents

Employment Relations Act 1996: Contains provisions regarding references and employment documentation, particularly focusing on the relationship between employer and employee

Defamation Act 2013: Ensures statements in employment certificates are truthful and accurate, protecting against potential libel claims while providing employment information

Employment Relations Act 1999: Provides general provisions regarding employment relationships and documentation requirements

ACAS Guidelines: Best practice guidelines for providing references and employment certificates, though not legislation, these are important regulatory considerations

Common Law Principles: Established legal principles regarding duty of care in providing employment information and documentation