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Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, governing how patient personal data must be collected, processed, stored and protected

Health and Social Care Act 2012: Primary legislation organizing the structure of the NHS and healthcare delivery in England

Mental Capacity Act 2005: Framework for making decisions on behalf of people who lack mental capacity to make specific decisions

Equality Act 2010: Protects patients from discrimination and ensures equal access to healthcare services

Access to Health Records Act 1990: Governs patients' rights to access their health records and medical information

NHS Constitution for England: Establishes the principles and values of the NHS in England, including patients' rights and responsibilities

Health and Social Care (Quality and Safety) Act 2015: Sets standards for quality and safety in healthcare service delivery

GMC Guidelines: Professional guidelines set by the General Medical Council for medical practitioners

CQC Regulations: Care Quality Commission regulations governing healthcare providers and facilities

NHS Confidentiality Code of Practice: Guidelines for maintaining patient confidentiality within the NHS

Caldicott Principles: Set of principles governing how patient information should be handled and shared in the healthcare system

Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures respect for patients' fundamental human rights in healthcare settings

Patient Rights (Scotland) Act 2011: Relevant for cross-border care considerations between England/Wales and Scotland