Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Core contract law governing the rights of third parties to enforce terms of a contract
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing the supply of goods and services, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights and applies if end products are intended for consumer use
Consumer Protection Act 1987: Establishes liability for defective products and consumer safety requirements
General Product Safety Regulations 2005: Sets out general safety requirements for products placed on the market
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection and use of trademarks, crucial for private label arrangements
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights including designs and patents
UK GDPR: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in the UK post-Brexit
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection requirements, working alongside UK GDPR
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Main piece of workplace safety legislation affecting manufacturing operations
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Key environmental legislation governing waste management and pollution control
WEEE Regulations: Regulations governing the disposal and recycling of electrical and electronic equipment
Competition Act 1998: Prohibits anti-competitive behavior and abuse of dominant market positions
Enterprise Act 2002: Provides framework for competition law and consumer protection
Food Safety Act 1990: Primary legislation for food safety if manufacturing food products
Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013: Specific regulations for cosmetic product manufacturing and safety
ISO Standards: International quality management standards applicable to manufacturing processes
British Standards (BS): National standards for product quality and safety in the UK
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP): Guidelines for ensuring consistent manufacturing quality and standards
UK Customs Regulations: Rules governing import/export procedures and requirements post-Brexit
