Partnership Act 1890: Primary legislation governing partnerships in England and Wales. Defines partnerships, establishes basic rights and duties of partners, governs partnership dissolution, and outlines default rules for profit sharing.
Limited Partnerships Act 1907: Legislation governing limited partnership structures, relevant if the bakery partnership will have both general and limited partners.
Business Names Act 1985: Regulates business name registration and trading name requirements for partnerships.
Food Safety Act 1990: Core food safety legislation establishing food safety standards and requirements for food businesses.
Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013: Detailed regulations on food hygiene requirements specific to England, essential for bakery operations.
Food Information Regulations 2014: Regulations governing food labeling, allergen information, and consumer information requirements.
Employment Rights Act 1996: Key legislation establishing employment rights and obligations for any employees of the bakery partnership.
Equality Act 2010: Legislation preventing discrimination in the workplace and ensuring equal treatment of employees and customers.
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Framework for workplace health and safety regulations, particularly important in food preparation environments.
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, governing how the partnership handles personal data of employees, customers, and suppliers.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights and establishing business obligations in relation to goods and services.
Companies Act 2006: Relevant if the partnership considers incorporation or conversion to a limited company structure.
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Governs commercial property leases and tenancy rights if the bakery operates from leased premises.
Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Act 2022: Recent legislation affecting commercial rental agreements and providing protection during the COVID-19 pandemic.
