GDPR and UK Data Protection Act 2018: Primary data protection legislation governing how personal information should be handled and shared in cover letters and job applications

Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring equal opportunities and preventing discrimination, requiring careful consideration of language used in cover letters to avoid bias against protected characteristics

Misrepresentation Act 1967: Law requiring all statements in the cover letter to be truthful and accurate, preventing false claims about experience or qualifications

Defamation Laws: Legal framework governing statements about third parties, requiring careful consideration when referring to previous employers or work experiences

Employment Confidentiality Obligations: Legal requirements to respect existing NDAs and confidentiality agreements with current/previous employers when discussing work experience

Business Letter Format Standards: Professional standards for business correspondence in England and Wales, including proper formatting, contact information, and professional tone