Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009: Primary legislation that provides the main regulatory framework for apprenticeships in England and Wales, including requirements for apprenticeship agreements and standards
Enterprise Act 2016: Contains specific sections on apprenticeships, including the government's targets and commitment to apprenticeships, and provisions for protecting the term 'apprenticeship'
Employment Rights Act 1996: Fundamental employment legislation that covers basic employment rights applicable to apprentices, including contracts, unfair dismissal, and statutory rights
Equality Act 2010: Ensures protection against discrimination and promotes equality in apprenticeships, covering protected characteristics and reasonable adjustments
Apprenticeships (Form of Apprenticeship Agreement) Regulations 2012: Secondary legislation specifying the required format and content of apprenticeship agreements
Apprenticeships (Miscellaneous Provisions) Regulations 2017: Additional regulations covering various aspects of apprenticeship implementation and management
National Minimum Wage Regulations 2015: Regulations setting out specific minimum wage requirements for apprentices, including different rates for different age groups and stages
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal data in apprenticeship arrangements
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Fundamental legislation ensuring workplace safety and health requirements are met for apprentices
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations governing working hours, rest breaks, and holiday entitlements applicable to apprentices
Institute for Apprenticeships Standards: Requirements and guidelines set by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education for specific apprenticeship programs
ESFA Funding Rules: Education and Skills Funding Agency requirements governing the funding and delivery of apprenticeship programs
