Contract Act 1999: Core legislation governing formation and enforcement of contracts in England and Wales
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumers in contracts with businesses, particularly relevant for residential landscaping work
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms for contracts involving goods and services
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety in the UK
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002: Regulates the use and handling of hazardous substances, including pesticides and chemicals used in landscaping
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Requires risk assessments and management of workplace safety
Work at Height Regulations 2005: Governs safety requirements for working at heights, relevant for tree work and tall hedges
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Controls environmental impact and waste management in landscaping operations
Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: Protects wildlife and habitats during landscaping work
Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000: Governs access rights and environmental protection in rural areas
Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986: Regulates the use of pesticides and herbicides in landscaping
Employment Rights Act 1996: Sets out basic employment rights for workers and employees
Working Time Regulations 1998: Governs working hours and rest periods for employees
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Ensures minimum pay requirements for workers
Employers' Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969: Requires employers to maintain insurance for employee injuries and illness
Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991: Imposes responsibilities for proper waste handling and disposal
Waste Management Licensing Regulations 1994: Regulates the disposal of landscaping waste and materials
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Controls development and modifications to land and property
Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990: Special considerations for landscaping work near protected buildings or in conservation areas
UK GDPR: Regulates the collection and processing of personal data in the UK
Data Protection Act 2018: Implements and supplements UK GDPR requirements for data protection
