UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR): Primary data protection legislation in the UK post-Brexit, governing how personal data must be handled, processed, and protected

Data Protection Act 2018: The UK's implementation of data protection laws, working alongside UK GDPR to regulate personal data processing

Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR): Specific rules for electronic communications, including electronic marketing and cookies

Private Security Industry Act 2001: Core legislation governing the private security industry in the UK, establishing the Security Industry Authority (SIA)

Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licensing Requirements: Mandatory licensing requirements for security operatives and companies providing security services

Private Security Industry Regulations 2007: Detailed regulations governing the operation of private security services and personnel

Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing employment rights and responsibilities in the UK

Working Time Regulations 1998: Legislation governing maximum working hours, rest breaks, and holiday entitlements

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation ensuring workplace health and safety standards

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Detailed requirements for workplace risk assessments and safety management

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation controlling the use of unfair terms in contracts, particularly exclusion clauses

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key consumer protection legislation, relevant if security services are provided to consumers

Criminal Law Act 1967: Legislation relevant to security services' powers and limitations in dealing with criminal activity

BS 7499: British Standard for static site guarding and mobile patrol services

BS 7858: British Standard for security screening of individuals employed in a security environment

ISO 27001: International standard for information security management systems

Modern Slavery Act 2015: Legislation requiring businesses to ensure their operations and supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking

Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination and promoting equality in service provision

Bribery Act 2010: Anti-corruption legislation relevant to business operations and contract management