Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation governing consumer contracts and rights, relevant if the lease agreement involves consumers rather than business-to-business transactions
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms in contracts for the supply of goods and services, including requirements for satisfactory quality and fitness for purpose
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates clauses that exclude or restrict liability, ensuring fairness in contract terms
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, relevant for sub-leasing or third-party rights
Road Traffic Act 1988: Primary legislation governing road traffic law, including vehicle requirements and driver obligations
Transport Act 1985: Regulates public service vehicles and transport operations, particularly relevant for commercial transport leases
Vehicle Excise and Registration Act 1994: Governs vehicle registration and taxation requirements
Goods Vehicles (Licensing of Operators) Act 1995: Regulates the licensing of operators of goods vehicles, essential for commercial transport leases
Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981: Specific legislation for passenger-carrying vehicles, relevant for bus or coach leases
Motor Vehicles (Third Party Risks) Regulations 1972: Sets out requirements for motor insurance and third-party liability
Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986: Specifies technical and safety requirements for vehicles used on roads
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Relevant for regulated financial activities in vehicle leasing arrangements
Consumer Credit Act 1974: Governs consumer credit agreements and related financial arrangements in leasing
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Provides for interest on late payments in commercial transactions
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Regulates the processing of personal data, relevant for handling lessee information
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection requirements, complementing UK GDPR
Clean Air Act 1993: Environmental legislation affecting vehicle emissions and operations
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Broader environmental protection legislation affecting vehicle operations and waste management
