Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Core contract law that governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract that benefits them, even if they are not party to the original agreement
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates contracts by restricting how businesses can exclude or limit their liability, ensuring fairness in contractual relationships
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights and applies if the project management services are being provided to a consumer rather than a business
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Governs the provision of services, requiring them to be carried out with reasonable care and skill, within reasonable time and at reasonable cost
IR35 Regulations: Tax legislation that affects contractors working through their own limited companies, determining employment status for tax purposes
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing how personal data must be handled, stored, and processed in project management activities
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety, ensuring safe working conditions in project environments
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Specific regulations for construction projects, defining legal duties for health and safety management in construction
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in project deliverables and documentation
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation that project managers must comply with in their business dealings and relationships
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Legislation allowing businesses to claim interest on late payments from other businesses
Arbitration Act 1996: Framework for resolving disputes through arbitration rather than court proceedings
Civil Procedure Rules: Rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, relevant for dispute resolution procedures
Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements: Regulatory requirements for professional insurance coverage to protect against claims of professional negligence
Agency Workers Regulations 2010: Ensures equal treatment for agency workers, potentially relevant if project involves temporary staff
