Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: The fundamental UK copyright law that defines protected works, establishes rights of copyright holders, and outlines types of infringement. This is the primary legislation governing copyright in the UK.
Copyright and Rights in Performances (Personal Copies for Private Use) Regulations 2014: Secondary legislation that details permitted uses and fair dealing exceptions to copyright protection, including provisions for personal copying.
Digital Economy Act 2010: Legislation addressing online copyright infringement and containing provisions for digital rights in the modern economy.
Berne Convention: International treaty providing the basis for mutual recognition of copyright between nations and establishing minimum standards of protection.
Universal Copyright Convention: International copyright treaty providing for mutual recognition of copyright between signatories, serving as an alternative to the Berne Convention.
WIPO Copyright Treaty: International treaty dealing with protection for works in the digital environment, providing additional protections to the Berne Convention.
Retained EU Copyright Law: Various EU copyright regulations and directives that have been retained in UK law post-Brexit, continuing to influence copyright protection in England and Wales.
Common Law Precedents: Body of case law developed through court decisions that interpret and apply copyright legislation in specific situations.
Civil Procedure Rules: Rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, relevant for enforcement procedures and potential legal actions in copyright cases.
Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013: Legislation containing provisions regarding orphan works and extended collective licensing in copyright.
Trade Marks Act 1994: While primarily about trademarks, this act can be relevant in copyright warning letters where brand protection overlaps with copyright issues.
