Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992: Core legislation governing trade unions and industrial relations in the UK, including union recognition, collective bargaining, and industrial action provisions
Employment Rights Act 1996: Fundamental legislation establishing basic employment rights and terms and conditions of employment in England and Wales
Equality Act 2010: Comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation covering protected characteristics, equal treatment provisions, and prevention of workplace discrimination
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation governing workplace safety requirements and health and safety responsibilities for employers and employees
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling of personal data, including union member information and privacy requirements
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations controlling working hours, rest periods, and holiday entitlements for workers
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation establishing minimum wage requirements and payment terms for workers
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Legislation addressing forced labor prevention and supply chain transparency requirements
Certification Officer Requirements: Regulatory framework for union registration and annual reporting obligations
Central Arbitration Committee Procedures: Statutory procedures for union recognition and dispute resolution processes
Retained EU Law: Post-Brexit European Union legislation that has been retained in UK law and remains applicable to employment and union matters
European Court of Justice Precedents: Relevant ECJ decisions that continue to influence UK employment law interpretation post-Brexit
