Business Law Library & Tracker
Main UK Business Laws
Start with the main Acts, codes and regulations that shape everyday business decisions. Amendment Acts, specialist instruments and narrow source records are handled as updates or supporting material instead of cluttering this view.
Sources last reviewed 10 Aug 2026
Main law guides
122
Acts, regulations and codes worth reading first
Topics
60
Plain-English clusters
Published case explainers
143
Selected cases with a business lesson
Tracked updates
13
New, amended & reviewed
Plain-English explainers, not legal advice. Use the linked official source for section-level detail, and get advice for your situation.
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Working Time Regulations 1998
SI 1998/1833
PriorityIn force4 practical checks · checked 13 June 2026
Employment & WorkplaceWages, Leave & PayrollPayroll Deductions & Minimum Standards
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Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007
2007 c. 19
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Employment & WorkplaceRegulatory ComplianceWorkplace Health & SafetyDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesTelecommunications, Media & Content
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Gambling Act 2005
2005 c. 19
PriorityCurrent legislation8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsCopyright, Software & Digital ContentLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesCharities, Clubs & Member GovernanceHospitality, Alcohol & Gambling
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Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998
UKPGA 1998 c 23
PriorityCurrent legislation5 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Employment & WorkplaceDismissal, Redundancy & GrievancesDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesWorkplace Investigations & Misconduct
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Care Standards Act 2000
2000 c. 14
PriorityCurrent legislation10 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
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Electronic Communications Act 2000
2000 c. 7
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Digital & EcommerceRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & Content
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Health Act 2006
2006 c. 28
PriorityCurrent legislation9 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Employment & WorkplaceRegulatory ComplianceRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesHealthcare & Regulated Professions
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Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995
UKPGA 1995 c 30
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Business Sales & AcquisitionsCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsInsurance Policies & ClaimsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
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Private Security Industry Act 2001
2001 c. 12
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & Registrations
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Communications Act 2003
2003 c. 21
PriorityCurrent legislation8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Digital & EcommerceRegulatory ComplianceCopyright, Software & Digital ContentRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & Content
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Gangmasters (Licensing) Act 2004
2004 c. 11
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesTelecommunications, Media & Content
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Health and Safety (Offences) Act 2008
2008 c. 20
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Employment & WorkplaceRegulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusWorkplace Health & SafetyDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
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Legal Services Act 2007
2007 c. 29
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsConsumer Complaints & Dispute Resolution
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Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011
2011 c. 13
PriorityCurrent legislation6 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesHospitality, Alcohol & Gambling
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Small Charitable Donations Act 2012
2012 c. 23
PriorityCurrent legislation12 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Not-for-Profits & CharitiesRegulatory ComplianceWages, Leave & PayrollBusiness Sales & AcquisitionsFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsCharities, Clubs & Member Governance
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The Company, Limited Liability Partnership and Business (Names and Trading Disclosures) Regulations 2015
UnitedKingdomStatutoryInstrument 2015 17
PriorityCurrent legislation10 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Shareholders & Company ControlLicences, Permits & RegistrationsBusiness Identity, Registers & Filings
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European Union (Future Relationship) Act 2020
2020 c. 29
PriorityCurrent legislation5 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Consumer Law & TradingRegulatory ComplianceProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsAnimals, Food & Agricultural ProductsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
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Fire Safety Act 2021
2021 c. 24
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Planning, Building & Local ApprovalsRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & Content
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Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023
2023 c. 20
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Employment & WorkplaceRegulatory ComplianceWages, Leave & PayrollLiquidation & RestructuringRecords, Reporting & Notifications
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Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Act 2008
2008 c. 13
PriorityCurrent legislation6 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFranchising, Distribution & DealershipsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & Content
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Energy Act 2013
2013 c. 32
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Commercial Leases & PropertyRegulatory ComplianceRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesEnvironmental Consents & WasteNatural Hazards, Climate & ResilienceStandards, Accreditation & Certification
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Energy Act 2023
2023 c. 52
PriorityCurrent legislation8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Environment, Waste & PollutionRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesTransport, Shipping & LogisticsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
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Intellectual Property (Unjustified Threats) Act 2017
UnitedKingdomPublicGeneralAct 2017 14
PriorityCurrent legislation5 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Trade Marks, Passing Off & BrandingLicences, Permits & Registrations
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The Cross-Border Insolvency Regulations 2006
UnitedKingdomStatutoryInstrument 2006 1030
PriorityCurrent legislation7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Insolvency & RestructuringLiquidation & RestructuringDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
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The Charitable Incorporated Organisations (Insolvency and Dissolution) Regulations 2012
UnitedKingdomStatutoryInstrument 2012 3013
PriorityCurrent legislation8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Insolvency & RestructuringLiquidation & RestructuringLicences, Permits & RegistrationsCharities, Clubs & Member GovernanceTelecommunications, Media & Content
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The Local Services Franchises (Traffic Commissioner Notices and Panels) (Scotland) Regulations 2024
ScottishStatutoryInstrument 2024 229
PriorityCurrent legislation8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsFranchising, Distribution & DealershipsTransport, Shipping & Logistics