Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations including share capital, allotment provisions, directors' duties, share transfer restrictions, statutory pre-emption rights, and Companies House filing requirements
Employment Rights Act 1996: Legislation covering employment rights and obligations, relevant for service provisions even in non-traditional employment relationships
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulates financial promotions and offerings, including relevant exemptions for private companies in equity arrangements
Income Tax Act 2007: Tax legislation governing income tax implications of equity-for-services arrangements
Corporation Tax Act 2009: Tax legislation covering corporate tax implications of equity issuance and service compensation
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring non-discrimination and fair treatment in business arrangements
Data Protection Act 2018 & UK GDPR: Legislation governing personal data handling and privacy requirements in business relationships
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation ensuring service compensation meets minimum statutory requirements
Articles of Association: Company's constitutional document that must be complied with for any equity arrangements
Common Law Principles: Fundamental contract law principles, fiduciary duties, and consideration requirements under English law
FCA Regulations: Financial Conduct Authority rules governing regulated activities and investor protection in equity arrangements
