Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company formation, registration, and operation in the UK. Essential for understanding business structure requirements and corporate compliance.
Business and Planning Act 2020: Recent legislation providing framework for business operations and planning requirements, including temporary measures for business adaptation.
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Fundamental legislation controlling land development and use, crucial for business premises and location planning.
Local Government Act 1972: Framework legislation defining local authority powers regarding business permits and local governance.
Licensing Act 2003: Regulates business activities requiring specific licenses, particularly relevant for retail, entertainment, and hospitality sectors.
Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987: Defines different categories of business premises use and requirements for change of use applications.
Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982: Provides local authorities with various powers regarding business regulation and licensing.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace safety requirements and obligations for business operations.
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Key legislation governing environmental obligations and compliance for businesses.
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, essential for handling business and customer data.
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Governs property-related aspects of business operations and contractual requirements.
Local Authority Bylaws: Specific regional regulations and requirements that vary by location and local authority.
