Employment Rights Act 1996: Core employment legislation covering fundamental employment rights, including contracts, unfair dismissal, and basic employment terms
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination in the workplace based on protected characteristics
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations governing working hours, rest breaks, and annual leave entitlements
Transport Act 1968: Key legislation for the transport industry, particularly regarding drivers' hours and licensing
Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations 2005: Specific regulations for road transport workers, including working time limits and record-keeping requirements
Drivers' Hours Regulations (EU) 561/2006: Regulations setting out maximum driving times and minimum break requirements for commercial drivers
Vehicle Drivers (Certificates of Professional Competence) Regulations 2007: Requirements for professional drivers to maintain CPC certification and ongoing training
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation covering workplace health and safety obligations for employers and employees
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Legislation governing the processing and protection of personal data, including employee information and vehicle tracking data
Road Traffic Act 1988: Legislation covering road safety, traffic regulations, and driver licensing requirements
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Detailed requirements for workplace risk assessments and safety management systems
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation ensuring workers receive at least the statutory minimum wage for their work
Employment Relations Act 1999: Legislation covering trade union recognition, collective bargaining, and employee representation
Agency Workers Regulations 2010: Regulations protecting the rights of agency workers, ensuring equal treatment with permanent employees
