Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing property law in England and Wales, particularly relevant for sections dealing with the transfer of legal rights and obligations in relation to property and contractual rights

Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Key legislation governing how third parties can enforce terms of contracts, crucial for novation agreements as they involve transferring rights and obligations to a third party

Bills of Exchange Act 1882: Historic legislation that provides fundamental principles for negotiable instruments including promissory notes, their form, and their enforcement

Consumer Credit Act 1974: Legislation that may apply if the original promissory note involves a consumer credit arrangement, providing consumer protection measures

Common Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles established through case law covering novation, consideration, capacity to contract, and contract formation

Statute of Frauds 1677: Historic legislation requiring certain types of contracts to be evidenced in writing to be enforceable

Limitation Act 1980: Legislation setting out the time limits within which legal actions must be brought, including enforcement of promissory notes

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services in the UK, relevant if the note involves regulated financial activities