Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing basic employment rights, terms and conditions of employment, and written statements of employment particulars for interns who qualify as workers
National Minimum Wage Act 1998 & Regulations 2015: Legislation determining whether the internship must be paid and establishing minimum wage requirements if the intern qualifies as a worker
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations governing maximum working hours, mandatory rest breaks, and holiday entitlement for interns
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring prevention of discrimination, equal opportunities, and reasonable accommodations in the workplace
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Law establishing workplace safety obligations, requirements for risk assessments, and safety training requirements
Data Protection Act 2018 & UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling of personal information, privacy rights, and data protection principles
Immigration Rules: Regulations concerning right to work checks and visa requirements for international interns
Industry-Specific Regulations: Any additional regulations specific to the industry sector where the internship is offered
Company Policies: Internal organizational policies and procedures that apply to interns
Insurance Requirements: Necessary insurance coverage and liability protections for interns
Professional Body Requirements: Any specific requirements set by relevant professional bodies or associations governing internships in the field
