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UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legal framework for handling personal information of potential volunteers, including data collection, storage, and processing requirements

Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discriminatory volunteer recruitment practices, requires consideration of reasonable adjustments for disabled volunteers, and promotes equal opportunities

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Establishes organization's duty of care towards volunteers, including safety considerations and protections, despite volunteers not being employees

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006: Legislation concerning protection of vulnerable groups, including requirements for DBS checks where volunteers work with vulnerable individuals

Protection of Freedoms Act 2012: Updates to safeguarding legislation affecting volunteer screening and vetting processes

Charities Act 2011: Regulatory framework for registered charities, including compliance requirements regarding volunteer engagement

Common Law Duties: Legal obligations including duty of care, negligence considerations, and vicarious liability in volunteer contexts

Insurance Requirements: Necessary insurance coverage including public liability and personal accident coverage for volunteers

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974: Legislation governing criminal record checks and how this information must be handled in volunteer recruitment