Contract Rights of Third Parties Act 1999: Core legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract to which they are not a direct party
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly regarding exclusion and limitation clauses
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Main consumer protection legislation covering contracts for goods, digital content, and services
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and off-premises contracts, including cancellation rights and information requirements
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices between traders and consumers
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Post-Brexit data protection legislation governing the processing of personal data
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Governs electronic communications, including marketing communications and cookies
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Regulates electronic commerce and information society services
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms in contracts for the supply of services
Services, Digital Content and Digital Services Regulations 2022: Updates rules for digital services and content in consumer contracts
Employment Rights Act 1996: Main legislation governing employment rights if service agreement involves employment relationships
Equality Act 2010: Prohibits discrimination and promotes equality in service provision and employment
Alternative Dispute Resolution Regulations 2015: Governs alternative dispute resolution procedures for consumer disputes
