UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Primary legislation governing the collection, storage, and processing of personal information during the interview process. Requires clear consent and purpose for data collection.

Equality Act 2010: Prohibits discrimination in interviews based on protected characteristics including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006: Mandates proper documentation and verification of candidates' right to work in the UK, including citizenship status and work permit requirements.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974: Governs how and when questions about criminal convictions can be asked during interviews, distinguishing between spent and unspent convictions.

Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures respect for privacy rights and fair treatment during the interview process, protecting fundamental human rights of candidates.

Employment Rights Act 1996: Establishes basic employment rights and fair recruitment practices that must be considered during the interview process.

Equality and Human Rights Commission Code of Practice: Provides guidelines and best practices for conducting fair and compliant recruitment processes and interviews.