Recommendation Letter From Professor For Job Template for England and Wales

UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legal framework governing how personal information should be handled, processed and shared in recommendation letters. Requires careful consideration of what personal data is included and ensuring consent.

Defamation Act 2013: Ensures all statements made in the recommendation letter are truthful and non-defamatory. Protects against false statements that could damage reputation.

Equality Act 2010: Requires avoiding discriminatory language or bias based on protected characteristics (such as age, gender, race, disability) in the recommendation letter.

Employment Rights Act 1996: Ensures statements about employment history, capabilities, and professional conduct are accurate and fair in the context of employment recommendations.

Human Rights Act 1998 (Article 8): Protects right to privacy and requires consideration of what personal information should be shared in recommendation letters.

Common Law Duty of Care: Legal obligation to provide accurate and honest information while maintaining professional standards in recommendation letters.