UK GDPR: Key data protection legislation governing how personal data of UK individuals must be processed, stored, and protected
Data Protection Act 2018: The UK's implementation of data protection laws, working alongside UK GDPR to regulate personal data processing
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003: Regulations governing electronic communications, cookies, and direct marketing
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary consumer protection legislation covering digital content, goods and services
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations covering distance selling and digital contracts, including cancellation rights and information requirements
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Governs electronic commerce transactions and information society services
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Protects consumers from unfair commercial practices, misleading actions or omissions
Electronic Signatures Regulations 2002: Regulates the use and validity of electronic signatures in digital contracts
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation protecting intellectual property rights in the UK
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the registration and protection of trademarks in the UK
Age Appropriate Design Code: Standards for online services likely to be accessed by children, focusing on data protection and privacy
Online Safety Bill: Upcoming legislation aimed at making the UK 'the safest place to be online' through new regulatory framework
Equality Act 2010: Requires reasonable adjustments for accessibility and prevents discrimination in digital services
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulates financial services and markets in the UK, relevant if app includes financial features
Payment Services Regulations 2017: Governs payment services and payment service providers in the UK
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls unfair terms in contracts, particularly exclusion and limitation clauses
