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UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing how personal data must be collected, processed, stored and protected. Requires specific consent requirements and establishes data subject rights.

Education Acts (1996 and 2008): Primary legislation governing educational institutions in England and Wales, establishing fundamental rights and obligations in the education sector.

Children Acts (1989 and 2004): Fundamental legislation protecting children's welfare and establishing the legal framework for services provided to children, including educational settings.

Mental Capacity Act 2005: Legislation protecting people who may lack capacity to make certain decisions, relevant for students with disabilities or mental health conditions.

Equality Act 2010: Protects against discrimination and promotes equality of opportunity for students regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or other protected characteristics.

Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures fundamental rights and freedoms are respected in educational settings, including privacy and access to education.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006: Establishes the framework for protecting vulnerable groups, including students, in institutional settings.

Children and Families Act 2014: Legislation covering Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions and support requirements in educational settings.

Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Relevant for consent forms involving photography, recording, or use of student work and intellectual property.

Medical Act 1983: Applicable when consent forms include medical treatment or health-related permissions in educational settings.