UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Primary legislation governing how personal data must be collected, processed, stored, and protected in survey responses. Requires clear consent mechanisms and privacy notices.

Equality Act 2010: Ensures survey questions do not discriminate based on protected characteristics and requires consideration of accessibility needs for all respondents.

Mental Capacity Act 2005: Relevant when surveying vulnerable adults or those with reduced capacity, ensuring appropriate consent mechanisms and support are in place.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Applicable if the survey is part of consumer feedback, ensuring transparency in data usage and fair treatment of respondents.

Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Governs electronic communications and cookie usage if the survey is conducted online or through electronic means.

Human Rights Act 1998: Particularly Article 8 regarding right to privacy, ensuring respect for private and family life in survey design and implementation.

Freedom of Information Act 2000: Relevant for surveys conducted by public bodies, affecting how responses are stored, accessed, and potentially disclosed.