Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993: Key legislation governing relationships with commercial agents, including rights, obligations, and compensation upon termination. Essential if the distributor acts as a commercial agent.

Competition Act 1998: Ensures compliance with competition law, particularly regarding vertical agreements and restrictive practices. Must be considered in alignment with EU retained law post-Brexit.

Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing sale of goods, including implied terms about quality, fitness for purpose, and defining rights and remedies in sales transactions.

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing any services aspects within the distribution arrangement, complementing the Sale of Goods Act.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Critical legislation when distribution involves consumer sales, affecting terms that can be passed down the supply chain.

Contract Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.

Trade Marks Act 1994: Intellectual property legislation protecting trademarks and brand rights in distribution relationships.

Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Protection of intellectual property rights including copyright, designs, and patents that may be involved in distribution.

UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing the handling and protection of customer and business data in distribution operations.

Import/Export Regulations: Post-Brexit trading rules, international trade terms, and customs requirements affecting distribution across borders.

Product Safety and Metrology Regulations: Regulations ensuring product safety standards, including CE/UKCA marking requirements and sector-specific safety regulations.