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Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing real property and security interests. Contains key provisions about the discharge of mortgages and charges, and is fundamental for the release of property-based collateral.

Financial Collateral Arrangements (No.2) Regulations 2003: Implementation of EU Directive 2002/47/EC into UK law, regulating financial collateral arrangements and particularly relevant for financial securities used as collateral.

Companies Act 2006: Key legislation for company charges, including requirements for registration and release of company charges, and associated filing requirements with Companies House.

Insolvency Act 1986: Essential legislation to ensure collateral release doesn't contravene insolvency laws, including protection against clawback provisions and treatment of security interests in insolvency.

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services, particularly relevant when collateral involves regulated financial instruments and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Bills of Sale Acts 1878 and 1882: Historical legislation still relevant for personal chattels used as collateral, including specific registration requirements.

Common Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles regarding contract formation, security interests, release of security, and equitable principles that govern collateral arrangements and their release.