Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA): Primary legislation governing financial services regulation in the UK, establishing regulatory framework and requirements for financial activities
Financial Services Act 2012: Reformed the UK financial regulatory structure, establishing the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA)
Regulated Activities Order 2001: Specifies which activities require FCA authorization and regulation in the context of financial services
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Consolidates consumer protection legislation, covering unfair terms, digital content, and services
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and off-premises contracts, including information requirements and cancellation rights
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls unfair terms in contracts, particularly exclusion and limitation clauses
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices between traders and consumers
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR): Post-Brexit data protection legislation governing the processing of personal data in the UK
Data Protection Act 2018: Implements and supplements the UK GDPR, providing the framework for data protection in the UK
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Governs electronic communications, including marketing, cookies, and privacy in electronic services
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Sets out anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing requirements for regulated firms
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002: Criminal law regarding money laundering and proceeds of crime, including reporting obligations
FCA Handbook: Complete set of FCA rules and guidance for regulated firms
Conduct of Business Sourcebook (COBS): FCA rules governing conduct of business, particularly regarding client relationships and communications
Client Assets Sourcebook (CASS): FCA rules on handling and protecting client money and assets
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles of contract law including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs false statements made during contract formation and provides remedies for misrepresentation
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications in contracts
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Implements EU E-Commerce Directive, governing electronic contracts and online service providers
