UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Key legislation governing the collection, processing, and storage of personal data in field studies, ensuring compliance with data protection principles and subject rights
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation ensuring the health, safety and welfare of persons conducting field work, including risk assessment requirements and safety protocols
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Legislation governing environmental protection during field studies, including pollution control and waste management requirements
Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: Protection of wildlife and natural habitats during field research, including restrictions on disturbing protected species and accessing certain areas
Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures respect for fundamental rights of study participants and consideration of human rights implications in research design
Mental Capacity Act 2005: Guidelines for conducting research involving participants who may lack capacity to make decisions about their participation
Law of Property Act 1925: Governs access rights and property-related aspects of conducting field studies on various types of land
Occupiers' Liability Acts 1957/1984: Defines legal duties owed to both invited participants and trespassers during field studies on premises
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles governing contract formation, terms, and enforcement in English law
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates the limitation and exclusion of liability in contracts, ensuring fairness in contractual relationships
