Mental Capacity Act 2005: Key legislation governing decision-making capacity and consent, particularly relevant for assent forms involving persons with potential capacity issues

Children Act 1989: Fundamental legislation for matters involving minors, including their ability to give assent and the requirement for parental involvement

Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the collection, processing, and storage of personal information in assent forms

Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations

NHS Act 2006: Relevant for assent forms in medical treatment contexts within the National Health Service

Health and Social Care Act 2012: Additional legislation governing health-related assent and consent processes

Human Rights Act 1998: Particularly relevant for research participation and ensuring respect for fundamental rights in assent processes

Education Act 1996: Applicable when dealing with assent forms in educational settings

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Relevant for assent forms in financial services contexts

Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination in assent processes and accessibility of forms to all individuals

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Governs assent forms involving consumer relationships and protects consumer interests

Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Additional protection for consumers in contract formation and assent processes

Electronic Communications Act 2000: Governs the validity and use of electronic signatures and communications in assent forms