Equality Act 2010: Primary legislation ensuring protection against discrimination based on protected characteristics. Must be considered when describing qualifications and experience in the cover letter to avoid discriminatory language.

Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling of personal information. Relevant when including personal contact details and other private information in the cover letter.

Misrepresentation Act 1967: Legal framework ensuring truthfulness in statements. Critical when describing experience and qualifications to avoid false or misleading claims in the cover letter.

Employment Rights Act 1996: General employment law framework that provides context for employment relationships. Important when discussing current employment status and maintaining appropriate confidentiality.

Industry-Specific Regulations: Depending on the sector, specific regulations may apply that need to be considered when describing qualifications and compliance in regulated industries.

Professional Body Requirements: Requirements set by relevant professional bodies that may need to be referenced or complied with in the cover letter.

Confidentiality Obligations: Existing contractual obligations regarding confidentiality from current employment that must be respected when discussing current role and responsibilities.