Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Primary legislation governing landlord and tenant relationships, setting out basic rights and obligations including repairs, maintenance, and safety standards
Landlord and Tenant Act 1987: Extends the 1985 Act, covering additional landlord-tenant matters including service charges and right of first refusal for tenants
Housing Act 1988: Fundamental legislation establishing assured and assured shorthold tenancies, defining grounds for possession and rent regulation
Housing Act 2004: Introduces Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and regulations for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs)
Deregulation Act 2015: Updates requirements for assured shorthold tenancies, including deposit protection and section 21 notice procedures
Consumer Credit Act 1974: Regulates credit arrangements and payment terms in consumer contracts, including rental payment plans
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Establishes rules for charging interest on late payments in commercial transactions
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulates financial services and markets, relevant for payment handling and financial arrangements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Consolidates consumer protection law, including unfair terms in tenancy agreements and consumer rights
Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999: Protects consumers against unfair standard terms in contracts, including rental agreements
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices and sets standards for business-to-consumer transactions
Data Protection Act 2018: Implements UK data protection requirements, governing how personal information must be handled
UK GDPR: Post-Brexit data protection regulation establishing rules for processing personal data in the UK
Common Law Principles: Established case law and legal principles regarding contract formation, terms, and enforcement
Debt Respite Scheme Regulations 2020: Provides breathing space for individuals with problem debt, including rental arrears
