UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Key legislation governing how personal data must be collected, processed, stored and protected. Essential for defining data handling obligations and responsibilities in software development contracts.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Fundamental legislation protecting intellectual property rights, crucial for software development agreements in determining ownership of created code and materials.
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out basic contractual requirements for service provision, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose of services.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates contractual terms that exclude or limit liability, determining which limitations are enforceable in software development agreements.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Relevant for determining contractor status and ensuring the agreement doesn't inadvertently create employment relationships.
IR35 Legislation: Tax legislation affecting off-payroll working rules, important for consulting services arrangements to ensure proper contractor classification.
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Governs electronic transactions and digital service provision, relevant for software delivery and online services.
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Sets security requirements for digital service providers, important for defining cybersecurity obligations in software development.
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Provides framework for interest on late payments in commercial transactions, relevant for payment terms in the agreement.
Competition Act 1998: Ensures agreement terms don't violate competition law, particularly regarding exclusivity or restriction clauses.
