Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996: Key construction legislation covering payment provisions, statutory right to adjudication, and payment notice requirements. Amended by Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.

Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, relevant for construction projects involving multiple stakeholders.

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets standards for quality of work and establishes the requirement for reasonable care and skill in construction services.

Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Establishes health and safety requirements for construction projects, including duties of principal contractors and client responsibilities.

Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Provides statutory framework for charging interest on late payments in commercial transactions.

Defective Premises Act 1972: Sets standards for fitness for habitation and workmanship in construction of dwellings.

Building Act 1984: Primary legislation governing building works and establishing compliance requirements with building standards and regulations.

Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974: Establishes fundamental health and safety obligations for all workplace activities, including construction.

Environmental Protection Act 1990: Covers waste management and environmental considerations in construction projects.

Party Wall etc. Act 1996: Provides framework for resolving disputes related to party walls, boundary walls and excavations near neighboring buildings.