Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: The primary legislation governing copyright law in the UK, essential for understanding the scope and limitations of copyright waiver
Copyright and Rights in Performances Regulations 2014: Though later declared invalid, provides important context for private use considerations in UK copyright law
Berne Convention: International treaty setting minimum standards for copyright protection, which the UK must adhere to as a signatory
WIPO Copyright Treaty: International agreement addressing digital rights management and copyright in the digital age
EU Retained Copyright Law: Post-Brexit retained EU copyright directives that remain part of UK law
Copyright Waiver Limitations: Legal consideration of whether and to what extent copyright can be fully waived under UK law
Rights vs Licenses: Legal distinction between waiving copyright rights and granting licenses
Automatic Copyright Protection: Principle that copyright protection arises automatically upon creation of a work
Moral Rights: Special category of rights that cannot be fully waived under UK law, including the right to be identified as author
Copyright Duration: Legal provisions governing how long copyright protection lasts
Territorial Scope: Geographical extent of copyright protection and waiver under English and Welsh law
