Companies Act 2006: While primarily focused on companies, contains relevant principles for business operations and governance that may inform sole proprietorship agreements
Partnership Act 1890: Reference legislation that provides useful context for business structures, though not directly applicable to sole proprietorships
Business Names Act 1985: Governs the rules and regulations regarding business names and their registration in the UK
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Defines the rights of consumers and obligations of businesses in the provision of goods and services
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Regulates contracts for the sale of goods between sellers and buyers
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out the implied terms in contracts for the supply of goods and services
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme: Governs support measures and requirements for self-employed individuals
Income Tax Act 2007: Primary legislation governing income tax obligations for sole proprietors
National Insurance Contributions Act 2015: Regulates National Insurance contributions requirements for self-employed individuals
Value Added Tax Act 1994: Governs VAT registration, collection, and reporting requirements for businesses
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Post-Brexit data protection framework governing how businesses must handle personal data
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Primary legislation governing workplace safety and health requirements
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Specific regulations regarding workplace conditions and safety standards
