Electricity Act 1989: Primary legislation governing the electricity sector in England and Wales, establishing the regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply

Utilities Act 2000: Legislation that modified the regulation of the electricity and gas industries, establishing the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority and the Consumer Council for Gas and Electricity

Energy Act 2004: Legislation addressing various aspects of energy regulation including renewable energy and nuclear safety

Energy Act 2008: Framework for renewable energy development and carbon capture and storage

Energy Act 2013: Legislation implementing electricity market reform and establishing regulatory frameworks for nuclear power

Distribution Connection and Use of System Agreement (DCUSA): Multi-party contract between licensed electricity distributors, suppliers and generators, governing connection and use of distribution networks

Electricity Connection Standards of Performance Regulations 2015: Regulations setting out the minimum standards that electricity distribution companies must meet when providing connection services

Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002: Regulations ensuring safety and quality standards in electricity supply and distribution

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights in relation to goods and services, including utility connections

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations protecting consumers from unfair commercial practices

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018: Laws governing the processing and protection of personal data in connection with utility services

National Terms of Connection: Standard terms governing the relationship between electricity distribution companies and consumers

Building Regulations Part P: Specific regulations concerning electrical safety in buildings

Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Legislation governing planning permission requirements which may affect new electrical connections

Building Regulations 2010: General building regulations that may impact electrical installations and connections

BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations): Technical standards for electrical installations in the UK, setting requirements for wiring and electrical safety