Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations and corporate matters in the UK, relevant when either party is a registered company
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights, applicable if consulting services are provided to individuals rather than businesses
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Regulates contracts for the supply of goods and services, setting out implied terms and obligations
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract to which they are not a direct party
Employment Rights Act 1996: Defines basic employment rights, important for establishing clear contractor status versus employment
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation ensuring proper classification of independent contractors versus disguised employment
Agency Workers Regulations 2010: Regulates the treatment of agency workers, may be relevant if consulting services are provided through an agency
UK GDPR: Data protection regulation governing how personal data must be handled and processed in the UK
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Specific regulations governing electronic communications and data privacy
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights, crucial for determining ownership of work products
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the use and protection of trademarks, relevant for brand protection in consulting work
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Deals with false statements made during contract formation that induce parties to enter agreements
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Restricts how liability can be excluded or limited in contracts
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002: Anti-money laundering legislation that may affect payment terms and due diligence requirements
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Specific regulations detailing anti-money laundering compliance requirements
