Legislation on a range of subjects can be complex to understand, and difficult to source. However plenty of resources exist to break down UK law, and guide you through legal decisions you may face both on a personal and business level.
Below are some useful links to some easy to understand legislation that may help with your query. Please note the following are third party websites, and we would always recommend seeking legal advice if you are unsure about your legal rights.
1) Health and Safety Guidance
Understanding your rights and responsibility around Health and Safety legislation are vital both as a business owner, or employee. You can find a huge range of Health and Safety advice on the government’s website at the link here. This is broken down into different easy to read sections, and you can find advice on everything from creating a risk assessment to protecting those working at home.
2) The Highway Code
Although it may seem obvious, if you are a regular driver the Highway Code will be one of the pieces of the legislation that you abide by most in your life. Due to the severity of a breach, and the amount of people it affects, the code is perhaps the most easy to understand of all legislation.
Even an experienced driver should check for updates on a regular basis, and at the link here you can make sure you are up to date with the law. Although you may never be tested in a formal setting again, knowing your obligations can only help in case of accident or emergency.
3) Housing Legislation
Housing is another area that covers a huge amount of legislation, from securing a deposit, to protecting yourself in case of eviction. Although not always easy to understand, this is at least another area of the law with lots of support online.
The links on the Shelter website here has a wealth of information, and this can be followed up by web chat or phone if needed. Having a roof over your head is one of the most important parts of life, so make sure you know your legal rights.
4) Employment Legislation
Employment law has always been our staple here at Frederick Place Chambers, and having a grasp both as employer or employee is very important. Using the Croner link here you can find more about your maternity rights, the National Minimum Wage, and what to do if you feel you have been discriminated against in the workplace. A quick copy and paste of these acts into a search engine will reveal even more about your query.
Please do not forget if you ever have a legal query you think we at Frederick Place Chambers can help with, do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone. You can also book an appointment in our offices in Bristol.
