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Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing how property (including money) can be subject to legal agreements in England and Wales

Consumer Credit Act 1974: Regulates credit agreements, sets out documentation requirements and provides consumer protections, particularly relevant if the promissory note is between a business and consumer

Limitation Act 1980: Sets statutory time limits for enforcing debts, generally 6 years for simple contracts

Bills of Exchange Act 1882: Contains fundamental principles for negotiable instruments including promissory notes and defines their legal requirements

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: May apply if the promissory note forms part of a regulated financial activity

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Ensures contractual terms are fair and reasonable, particularly important in consumer contexts

Statute of Frauds 1677: Historical legislation requiring certain contracts to be made in writing to be enforceable

Common Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles regarding contract formation, consideration, capacity to contract, and enforceability