Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation governing property rights and interests in England and Wales, relevant for establishing the basic framework of the rental agreement
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Regulates the relationship between landlords and tenants, particularly relevant if the rental arrangement is longer-term
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation protecting consumer rights when the facility is rented to individuals rather than businesses
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of unfair terms in contracts, ensuring balance and fairness in the rental agreement
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may be given enforceable rights in a contract
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety, establishing basic requirements for facility safety
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Detailed regulations for managing health and safety risks in workplaces and public spaces
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Specifies fire safety requirements and responsibilities for premises and events
Food Safety Act 1990: Governs food safety requirements if catering or food service is involved in the event space
Licensing Act 2003: Regulates the sale of alcohol and provision of entertainment, crucial for event spaces offering these services
Live Music Act 2012: Specific regulations regarding live music performances in venues
Occupiers' Liability Act 1957: Defines the duty of care owed to lawful visitors on the premises
Occupiers' Liability Act 1984: Extends duties to trespassers and defines additional liability considerations
Equality Act 2010: Prevents discrimination and ensures equal access to facilities and services
UK GDPR: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data collected during bookings and events
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection requirements, complementing UK GDPR
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Controls environmental impacts including waste management and pollution
Noise Act 1996: Regulates noise levels and nuisance, particularly relevant for event spaces
Building Regulations 2010: Sets standards for building safety, accessibility, and maintenance requirements
