Mental Capacity Act 2005: Primary legislation governing capacity to make medical decisions, including provisions for those lacking capacity and establishing best interests decision-making principles

Children Act 1989: Legislative framework for matters involving minors, including parental responsibility and consent authority for children's medical treatment

Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and sharing of medical information and ensuring patient data privacy and confidentiality

Human Rights Act 1998: Incorporates fundamental rights including Article 8 (right to private and family life) relevant to medical decision-making

Common Law Principles: Established legal principles regarding informed consent, capacity to consent, and delegation of authority in medical contexts

NHS Consent Policy: Healthcare-specific guidelines defining requirements for valid consent and proper documentation procedures

Care Act 2014: Legislation providing safeguarding measures for vulnerable adults in healthcare contexts

Medical Act 1983: Regulatory framework establishing professional standards and regulations for medical practice