Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations in the UK, particularly sections relating to audit and assurance services
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Key legislation regulating financial services activities and markets in the UK
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, governing how personal data must be handled and protected
ISAE (International Standard on Assurance Engagements): Professional standards framework for conducting assurance engagements internationally
International Framework for Assurance Engagements: Fundamental framework defining elements and objectives of assurance engagements
ISAE 3000 (Revised): Specific standard for assurance engagements other than audits or reviews of historical financial information
FRC Guidelines: Standards and guidelines set by the Financial Reporting Council for professional services
ICAEW Requirements: Professional requirements set by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of services
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation regulating unfair terms in contracts and limiting the extent to which liability can be excluded
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights in service contracts (if applicable to the engagement)
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations concerning anti-money laundering and terrorist financing requirements for professional services
