Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing the sale of goods in England and Wales, defining rights, duties and remedies in relation to the sale of goods including coal
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation covering contracts for the supply of goods and services, relevant for any services included in the coal purchase agreement
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Key environmental legislation controlling pollution and waste management aspects of coal handling and storage
Climate Change Act 2008: Framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, affecting coal trading and usage requirements
Clean Air Act 1993: Regulates emissions and air quality standards relevant to coal handling and usage
Customs and Excise Management Act 1979: Governs import/export procedures and duties applicable to international coal trading
Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1992: Regulates maritime transportation of goods including coal, relevant for international shipping arrangements
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace safety, applicable to coal handling and storage operations
Coal Industry Act 1994: Specific legislation governing the coal industry in the UK, including licensing and operational requirements
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition in markets, preventing anti-competitive practices in coal trading
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Requirements for preventing financial crime in commercial transactions including coal trading
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme Order 2020: Regulations governing carbon emissions trading and allowances relevant to coal usage
Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016: Framework for environmental permits and controls necessary for coal handling and storage
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002: Regulations controlling exposure to hazardous substances, including coal dust and associated materials
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs the rights of third parties to enforce terms of a contract, relevant for coal supply chain arrangements
