UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: As the letter contains personal information, data protection principles must be followed to ensure lawful processing and protection of personal data

Defamation Act 2013: Ensures statements made in the letter are truthful and can be substantiated to avoid potential libel claims

Fraud Act 2006: Relevant to ensure all statements in the letter are truthful and not misleading to avoid potential fraud charges

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974: Governs the disclosure of criminal convictions and determines whether spent convictions should be mentioned

Equality Act 2010: Ensures the letter does not contain discriminatory statements based on protected characteristics

Professional Standards Regulations: Any relevant professional standards and codes of conduct if the letter writer is in a regulated profession

Common Law Principles: Legal precedents and principles regarding character references and duty of care to third parties who may rely on the letter