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Statute of Frauds 1677: Fundamental legislation requiring guarantees to be in writing and signed to be legally enforceable

Companies Act 2006: Key legislation governing corporate capacity, authority, directors' duties, corporate benefit requirements and registration obligations for companies

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services, relevant for regulatory compliance in guarantee arrangements

Consumer Credit Act 1974: May be applicable in cases involving small businesses, though primarily focused on consumer guarantees

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Governs the reasonableness of contract terms and limitation of liability provisions in guarantee agreements

Contract Law Principles: Common law principles covering offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations

Banking Law Principles: Common law principles specific to banking, including rights of guarantors and primary/secondary obligations

Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020: Legislation affecting the treatment of guarantees during corporate insolvency situations

Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations governing due diligence requirements in financial transactions including guarantees

UK Corporate Governance Code: Relevant for listed companies, providing governance guidelines that may affect guarantee arrangements