Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation for consumer transactions (B2C). Covers statutory rights, fitness for purpose, and satisfactory quality. Essential for consumer protection provisions in boat sales to private individuals.
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Key legislation for business-to-business (B2B) transactions. Establishes fundamental principles of sale contracts, including title transfer, ownership, and implied terms about quality and fitness.
Merchant Shipping Act 1995: Governs vessel registration requirements, transfer of ownership procedures, and maritime safety regulations for boats.
Small Commercial Vessel Code: Specific regulations for commercially used vessels, including safety standards and equipment requirements.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal information of parties involved in the sale.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of exclusion clauses and ensures reasonableness of contract terms in sale agreements.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Addresses false statements made during the sale process and provides remedies for misrepresentation.
Marine Insurance Act 1906: Covers insurance requirements and disclosure obligations related to marine vessels.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Relevant when financing arrangements are part of the boat sale transaction.
VAT and Tax Regulations: Covers VAT status of vessels and tax implications of boat sales under UK tax law.
