Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Primary data protection legislation in the UK that governs how personal information must be handled, processed, and protected, including client data requirements
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring fair and equal treatment of all clients regardless of protected characteristics such as age, gender, race, disability, or religion
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation governing consumer rights and business obligations in the provision of goods and services
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Legislation ensuring safety standards when clients visit business premises
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services and markets in the UK, crucial if providing financial services to clients
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Requirements for preventing and detecting money laundering, including client due diligence measures
Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation affecting business relationships and client interactions
Competition Act 1998: Legislation promoting fair competition and preventing anti-competitive practices in client relationships
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Regulations governing electronic communications and digital signatures in client interactions
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Specific rules about electronic marketing, cookies, and electronic communications with clients
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Legislation concerning the security and integrity of computer systems and client data
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation controlling the use of unfair terms in contracts and client agreements
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Law governing false or misleading statements made during client contract formation
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations protecting consumers from unfair commercial practices and misleading actions
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Specific rules governing distance selling and off-premises contracts with consumers
