UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Primary data protection legislation governing the processing of personal data, rights of data subjects, and obligations of data controllers/processors
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, cookies, and direct marketing
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Fundamental consumer rights legislation covering digital content, services, and unfair terms in consumer contracts
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations governing distance selling and off-premises contracts, including digital services
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Rules governing the provision of online services and electronic contracts
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protection of intellectual property rights in software, documentation, and related materials
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protection of brands, logos, and other distinctive marks used in the SaaS service
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Limitations on the ability to exclude or restrict liability in contracts
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Rules regarding third party rights in contracts, relevant for sub-processors or end users
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Cybersecurity requirements for digital service providers
Export Control Act 2002: Controls on the export of technology and software outside the UK
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002: Anti-money laundering provisions affecting payment processing and customer due diligence
Competition Act 1998: Rules preventing anti-competitive practices and abuse of dominant market position
Enterprise Act 2002: Framework for merger control and market investigations in digital markets
Employment Rights Act 1996: Employment protections relevant to service delivery and personnel obligations
Equality Act 2010: Non-discrimination requirements in service provision and accessibility obligations
