National Health Service Act 2006: Primary healthcare legislation governing the structure and functioning of the NHS in England and Wales, including the provision of healthcare services and professional roles
Health and Social Care Act 2012: Key legislation that reformed the NHS, affecting how healthcare services are commissioned and delivered
Medical Act 1983: Foundational legislation governing medical practice and professional standards in the UK, including provisions for healthcare professionals
Nursing and Midwifery Order 2001: Establishes the NMC and sets out the regulatory framework for nurses and midwives in the UK
NMC Standards and Code of Conduct: Professional standards and ethical guidelines that all nurses must adhere to in their practice
Employment Rights Act 1996: Core employment legislation defining basic employment rights and responsibilities
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination and promoting equality in the workplace
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations governing working hours, rest periods, and annual leave entitlements
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of GDPR, governing the handling and protection of personal data
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation ensuring workplace safety and health protection for employees
Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements: NMC mandatory requirements for professional indemnity coverage for practicing nurses
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Legislation governing formal requirements for certain types of contracts and legal agreements
