Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation governing consumer rights in the UK, covering contracts for goods, digital content, and services between traders and consumers (B2C)
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Fundamental legislation governing the sale of goods in England and Wales, defining terms implied into contracts for sale of goods
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of goods and services, implying terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices between traders and consumers, including misleading actions and aggressive practices
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and off-premises contracts, including cancellation rights and information requirements
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts, particularly in standard form contracts
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Regulates electronic commerce and provides requirements for online trading and information provision
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Governs the processing and handling of personal data, including requirements for data collection and processing in commercial contexts
Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act 1998: Provides for statutory interest on late payments in commercial transactions
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs remedies for misrepresentation in contract formation, including fraudulent, negligent, and innocent misrepresentation
