Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Key legislation governing service contracts, establishing implied terms about service quality and the requirement for reasonable care and skill in service delivery
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, relevant for project stakeholders who are not direct parties to the agreement
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Regulates payment terms and statutory interest on late payments in commercial transactions
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant if the client could be classified as a consumer rather than a business, providing additional protections and rights
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Data protection legislation governing the processing and handling of personal data during project execution
Employment Rights Act 1996: Important for establishing clear distinction between consultancy and employment relationships
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation determining employment status for tax purposes in consultancy arrangements
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Specific regulations applicable if the project involves construction work, covering health and safety requirements
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Legislation governing intellectual property rights in project deliverables and materials
Limitation Act 1980: Sets statutory limitation periods for bringing legal claims
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly regarding limitation of liability and reasonableness
Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements: Professional requirements for maintaining adequate insurance coverage for consultancy services
Common Law Principles: Established case law principles regarding contract formation, interpretation, and enforcement in England and Wales
