Consumer Credit Act 1974: Primary legislation governing consumer credit agreements. Relevant if one party is a consumer, setting out requirements for credit agreements and consumer protections.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Key legislation regulating financial services and markets in the UK, ensuring proper authorization and regulation of financial activities.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, important for considering potential third-party rights in the agreement.
Limitation Act 1980: Sets statutory time limits for bringing legal actions, crucial for determining enforcement periods and limitation clauses.
Contract Law Fundamentals: Common law principles covering offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations - essential elements for a valid contract.
Contractual Capacity: Legal principle determining parties' ability to enter into binding contracts, including age restrictions and mental capacity considerations.
Doctrine of Undue Influence: Common law principle protecting against improper pressure or influence in contract formation.
Misrepresentation Principles: Legal framework governing false statements or representations made during contract formation.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Modern legislation consolidating consumer rights and protections, relevant if one party is a consumer.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation controlling unfair terms in contracts, particularly important for exclusion clauses and limitations of liability.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Regulated Activities) Order 2001: Regulatory framework specifying which financial activities require authorization and regulation.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations protecting consumers from unfair commercial practices and misleading actions or omissions.
Income Tax Considerations: Tax implications of the money agreement, including potential reporting requirements and tax liability.
Stamp Duty: Potential tax obligations on certain types of financial agreements and instruments.
HMRC Reporting Requirements: Obligations to report certain financial transactions to HM Revenue & Customs, ensuring tax compliance.
