UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Primary data protection legislation in the UK that governs how personal data must be processed, stored, and protected. Key for any SaaS service handling user data.
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, including rules about cookies, email marketing, and electronic communications security.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Fundamental consumer protection legislation covering digital content, services, and goods. Essential for B2C SaaS providers.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices between traders and consumers, including misleading actions and omissions.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Governs distance selling and provides rules about cancellation rights, information requirements, and additional charges.
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Regulates online business activities, including requirements for service provider information and commercial communications.
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and related certification services.
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protects intellectual property rights in software, content, and related materials.
Trade Marks Act 1994: Governs the protection of trade marks and brand elements used in the SaaS service.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, particularly limitations of liability and exclusion clauses.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Determines when third parties can enforce terms of a contract they're not directly party to.
Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Sets security requirements for digital service providers and critical infrastructure.
Competition Act 1998: Prohibits anti-competitive behavior and abuse of dominant market position.
Enterprise Act 2002: Provides framework for competition law and consumer protection enforcement.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Relevant if the SaaS service involves financial services or payment processing.
Payment Services Regulations 2017: Governs payment services and payment service providers in the UK.
Export Control Act 2002: Controls the export of certain technologies and software, particularly relevant for encryption.
Equality Act 2010: Requires reasonable adjustments for accessibility and prohibits discrimination in service provision.
