Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract and affects how rights and obligations can be assigned or transferred.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Provides framework for consumer protection in contracts, including digital content and services provisions if the software is B2C.
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR): Regulates the processing of personal data and imposes obligations on data controllers and processors.
Data Protection Act 2018: Implements and supplements the UK GDPR, providing the UK-specific framework for data protection.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Governs electronic communications and the use of cookies and similar technologies.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in software, code, and related documentation.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protects brands and marks used in software and related services.
Database Rights Regulations 1997: Protects rights in databases and structured data collections.
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Governs electronic contracts and online service provision.
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulates distance selling and online contracts with consumers.
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Sets security requirements for digital service providers and essential services.
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Addresses unauthorized access to computer systems and cybersecurity issues.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Relevant for contracts involving staff transfers or employment implications.
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in software contracts.
ISO/IEC Standards: International standards for software development and quality management.
BSI Guidelines: British Standards Institution guidelines for software development and implementation.
