Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing employment rights in England and Wales, relevant for establishing basic rights and protections during internship

Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulates working hours, breaks, and rest periods for workers including interns

National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Applies if the internship is paid, establishing minimum compensation requirements

Children and Young Persons Act 1933: Fundamental legislation protecting young people in work environments

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Outlines health and safety requirements for young people in workplace settings

Health and Safety (Training for Employment) Regulations 1990: Specific regulations for training and employment situations involving young people

Education and Skills Act 2008: Governs participation of young people in education or training, particularly relevant for under-18s

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Regulates the handling of personal data, including that of young interns

Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of GDPR, providing specific data protection requirements

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006: Provides framework for safeguarding young people in workplace environments

Protection of Freedoms Act 2012: Contains provisions relating to vetting and barring scheme for those working with young people

Employers' Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969: Requires employers to have insurance to cover potential workplace injuries or illnesses