UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing the processing of personal data, ensuring data privacy, security, and establishing rights of data subjects and obligations of data controllers/processors
PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations): Specific rules for electronic communications, including requirements for cookies, electronic marketing, and communications security
TUPE Regulations 2006: Protects employees' rights when business activities are transferred between providers, ensuring continuity of employment terms and conditions
Employment Rights Act 1996: Fundamental employment rights legislation that may affect staff transfers and employment terms in outsourcing arrangements
Equality Act 2010: Prevents discrimination and promotes equality in workplace practices, including outsourcing arrangements
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Governs intellectual property rights protection, particularly relevant for software, documentation, and other IT-related materials
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protection of brands and logos used in IT services and products
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Determines when third parties can enforce terms of a contract, important for subcontracting and service delivery chains
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts, ensuring fairness in B2B agreements
NIS Regulations 2018: Network and Information Systems regulations governing cybersecurity requirements for essential services and digital service providers
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Criminalizes unauthorized access to computer systems and data, relevant for security obligations
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services, including requirements for IT systems and outsourcing in financial sector
Export Control Act 2002: Controls cross-border transfers of technology and data, particularly relevant for international outsourcing arrangements
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business arrangements
Companies Act 2006: Corporate law framework affecting company powers, director duties, and corporate governance in outsourcing relationships
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Governs electronic commerce activities and online service provision, including information requirements and liability of service providers
