Competition Act 1998: Primary legislation governing competition law in the UK, ensuring the channel partnership doesn't create anti-competitive practices or abuse market dominance
Enterprise Act 2002: Provides framework for merger control and market investigations, relevant for channel partnerships that could affect market structure
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation protecting consumer rights, applicable if the channel partnership involves sales to end consumers
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Governs the processing and handling of personal data between channel partners and customers
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation ensuring proper business conduct between channel partners and their dealings with third parties
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Requires businesses to ensure their supply chains and partnerships are free from forced labor and human trafficking
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Governs contracts for the sale of goods, including rights and obligations of parties in commercial transactions
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Regulates contracts for the supply of goods and services, including implied terms and conditions
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts, ensuring fairness in commercial agreements
Commercial Agents Regulations 1993: Implements EU Directive on commercial agents, providing rights and obligations for commercial agents in the UK
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in channel partnerships, including use of copyrighted materials and trademarks
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the use and protection of trademarks, crucial for brand protection in channel partnerships
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Protects confidential business information and trade secrets shared between channel partners
Employment Rights Act 1996: Ensures clear distinction between partnership and employment relationships to avoid misclassification
Export Control Act 2002: Regulates international trade aspects of channel partnerships, including export controls and restrictions
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulates financial services activities, applicable if the channel partnership involves financial products or services
E-Commerce Regulations 2002: Governs electronic commerce activities, including online sales and digital service provision through channel partners
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Protects consumers in distance selling and off-premises contracts, relevant for online channel partnerships
