Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing the sale of goods, including fuel, setting out basic contractual requirements, conditions and warranties
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation covering contracts that involve both goods and services, relevant for fuel supply arrangements that include delivery or storage services
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation for B2C transactions, ensuring consumer protection in fuel purchase agreements
Energy Act 2011: Framework legislation for energy supply and markets in the UK
Petroleum Act 1998: Specific legislation governing petroleum products and their sale/distribution
Hydrocarbon Oil Duties Act 1979: Legislation covering fuel duties and taxation requirements
Fuel Quality Directive: EU directive (2009/30/EC) incorporated into UK law, setting standards for fuel quality
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Key environmental legislation affecting fuel storage, handling, and environmental protection measures
Climate Change Act 2008: Framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, affecting fuel standards and environmental requirements
Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016: Regulations governing environmental permits for fuel storage and handling
DSEAR 2002: Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations governing safety requirements for fuel handling
COMAH 2015: Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations for sites storing large quantities of dangerous substances including fuel
Competition Act 1998: Legislation ensuring fair competition in commercial transactions including fuel supply
Enterprise Act 2002: Framework for business regulation and market competition in the UK
UK REACH Regulations: Chemical registration and safety regulations affecting fuel composition requirements
Value Added Tax Act 1994: Legislation governing VAT requirements for fuel sales
Customs and Excise Management Act 1979: Legislation covering customs duties and excise requirements for fuel
Carriage of Dangerous Goods Regulations: Regulations governing the transportation of dangerous goods including fuel
ADR Requirements: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road, affecting fuel transportation
