The Equality Act 2010 – Overview
A key piece of legislation that strengthens anti-discrimination protections in the UK, ensuring equal rights, fairness, and access to opportunities for all.
The Mental Capacity Act 2005 – Overview
A legal framework designed to support individuals who may have difficulty making decisions, ensuring their rights, autonomy, and best interests are respected and upheld.
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 – Overview
Legislation that establishes a vetting and barring system to prevent unsuitable individuals from working with children and vulnerable adults, enhancing safety and protection.
The Children Act 1989 – Overview
A foundational law that provides a legal framework for safeguarding children, promoting their welfare, and ensuring their needs are prioritised in all decisions affecting them.
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) – Overview
An international framework that upholds children’s rights, ensuring their protection, participation, and well-being in all areas of life.
Procurement Act 2023
An overview of the Act, which introduces important reforms to public sector procurement – simplifying processes, increasing transparency, and encouraging collaboration across sectors
Health and Social Care Act 2012
A summary of the key reforms introduced to the NHS, focusing on patient choice, healthcare commissioning, and public health responsibilities.
The Human Rights Act 1998
An overview of the legislation that incorporates the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law, safeguarding fundamental rights and freedoms.
The Autism Act 2009
An outline of the first-ever disability-specific law in England aimed at improving services and support for people with autism.
Mental Health Act 1983
A concise explanation of the legislation governing the treatment, rights, and care of people with mental health conditions in England and Wales.