Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing real property in England and Wales. Key for creating legal estates and interests in land, and establishing requirements for trusts of land.

Trustee Act 2000: Legislation defining trustee duties, powers, and investment obligations. Essential for understanding the responsibilities of trustees in the deed of trust.

Consumer Credit Act 1974: Regulatory framework for consumer credit arrangements. Applicable if the borrower is an individual, covering disclosure requirements and consumer protections.

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services. Relevant if the promissory note could be classified as a regulated financial instrument.

Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations. Essential for the validity of the promissory note.

Trust Law Principles: Common law principles governing trusts, including the three certainties (intention, subject matter, objects) and trustee obligations.

Land Registration Act 2002: Legislation governing the registration of land and interests in land. Relevant if the security involves registered land.

Bills of Exchange Act 1882: Historic legislation establishing basic principles regarding promissory notes and other negotiable instruments.

Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulatory requirements for preventing money laundering in financial transactions. May be relevant depending on the nature and size of the transaction.