UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Core data protection legislation governing the processing, storage, and transfer of personal data in the UK post-Brexit

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

Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights including software, documentation, and technological innovations

Trade Marks Act 1994: Legislation governing the protection and use of trademarks in business partnerships

Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Protection of confidential business information and know-how in technology partnerships

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates the limitation and exclusion of liability in contracts, particularly important for technology agreements

Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Governs electronic contracts and digital service provision

Computer Misuse Act 1990: Addresses cybersecurity offenses and unauthorized access to computer systems

Competition Act 1998: Ensures technology partnerships don't create anti-competitive market conditions

Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018: Cybersecurity requirements for digital service providers and essential services

Export Control Act 2002: Controls on the export of sensitive or restricted technologies

Telecommunications (Security) Act 2021: Security requirements for telecommunications networks and services

Electronic Communications Act 2000: Legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Consumer protection legislation that may apply to B2C aspects of technology services

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework for financial services technology if the partnership involves fintech elements