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UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Primary legislation governing how personal data must be collected, processed, stored and protected. Essential for ensuring student feedback data is handled legally and securely.

Equality Act 2010: Ensures the feedback form is non-discriminatory, accessible to all students, and considers protected characteristics. May require provision of alternative formats for disabled students.

Education Act 2011: Core education legislation that provides the framework for educational institutions and their responsibilities towards students, including feedback mechanisms.

Higher Education and Research Act 2017: Specific legislation for higher education institutions, including provisions for student voice and feedback systems, and protection of freedom of speech.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant as students are considered consumers of educational services, affecting how feedback is collected and acted upon.

Children Act 1989: Crucial safeguarding legislation when collecting feedback from students under 18, ensuring appropriate protections are in place.

Education (No. 2) Act 1986 Section 43: Legislation protecting freedom of expression in educational settings, relevant for ensuring students can provide honest feedback without fear of repercussion.

Quality Assurance Requirements: Encompasses requirements from Office for Students, Ofsted, and Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) guidelines for collecting and acting on student feedback.