Bills of Exchange Act 1882: Primary legislation governing cheques in UK law. Defines legal requirements for valid cheques and establishes rights and obligations of all parties involved in cheque transactions.

Cheques Act 1957: Supplementary legislation providing specific provisions regarding crossed cheques and protection of paying and collecting bankers in cheque transactions.

Fraud Act 2006: Relevant legislation for cases involving potential fraud in issuing bad cheques, particularly when there is intent to deceive.

Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Legislation governing the right to claim statutory interest on late payments in commercial transactions, including those involving dishonored cheques.

Limitation Act 1980: Sets the six-year limitation period for taking legal action on cheques and other forms of debt collection in England and Wales.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights that may affect the tone and content of demand letters when the transaction involves a consumer.

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services in the UK, including banking regulations relevant to cheque processing and debt collection.

FCA Regulations: Financial Conduct Authority regulations governing debt collection practices and fair treatment of debtors in the UK.