Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company formation, administration, and accounting requirements in the UK, including statutory requirements for maintaining proper accounting records and reporting

Partnership Act 1890: Foundational legislation governing traditional partnerships in England and Wales, relevant when either contracting party operates as a partnership

Limited Liability Partnerships Act 2000: Legislation governing LLPs in the UK, relevant when either party operates as an LLP structure

UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legal framework for data protection and privacy, crucial for handling financial and personal information in accounting services

Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations requiring accounting professionals to implement anti-money laundering controls and perform due diligence on clients

Proceeds of Crime Act 2002: Legislation concerning money laundering and proceeds of crime, requiring accountants to report suspicious transactions

Professional Bodies' Requirements: Regulatory requirements from bodies such as ICAEW and ACCA that govern professional conduct and standards in accounting services

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation governing the fairness of contractual terms and limiting the extent to which liability can be excluded in contracts

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing service contracts, implying terms about quality and reasonable care and skill in service provision

Financial Reporting Standards: Including UK GAAP and IFRS, these standards set out how annual accounts must be prepared and the principles to be followed

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant when providing services to consumers, ensuring fairness and transparency in consumer contracts

Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Regulations governing electronic communications and relevant for digital communication with clients