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UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core legislation governing how personal and sensitive health data must be collected, processed, stored and protected. Requires explicit consent for data processing and details of data usage.

Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Regulations governing electronic communications and the protection of privacy in digital communications between health coach and client.

Health and Social Care Act 2012: Framework legislation for health services in England, setting standards for health service providers including private practitioners.

Care Standards Act 2000: Establishes standards of care and service provision in healthcare settings, relevant for setting professional service standards.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Defines consumer rights and business obligations, ensuring transparency and fairness in service contracts and terms.

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Protects clients from unfair practices and ensures transparent communication about services and qualifications.

Access to Health Records Act 1990: Governs access to health records and medical information, including client rights to access their own records.

Health Records Act (Wales) 2001: Specific Welsh legislation regarding the handling and maintenance of health records.

Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination and equal access to services, requiring reasonable adjustments for disabled clients.

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates contractual terms to ensure fairness and prevents unreasonable limitations of liability.

Common Law Duty of Confidentiality: Legal obligation to maintain client confidentiality and protect sensitive personal information shared during coaching sessions.

NHS Confidentiality Code of Practice: Guidelines for handling confidential health information, relevant even for private practice to maintain professional standards.