Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation governing basic employment rights, terms and conditions of employment, and protection against unfair treatment in the workplace
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring protection against discrimination based on protected characteristics, equal opportunities requirements, and fair consideration for promotion
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Laws governing the handling of personal information, privacy considerations, and data processing requirements in employment contexts
Employment Relations Act 2004: Legislation covering fair treatment in workplace relationships and professional communication standards
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations concerning working hours and patterns, relevant if promotion involves changes to working schedule
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation governing minimum wage requirements and pay considerations, relevant for salary discussions in promotion context
Company Policies: Internal organizational rules and procedures that must be followed during the promotion process
Industry Regulations: Sector-specific rules and requirements that may affect promotion terms and conditions
Existing Employment Contract: Current contractual terms that form the baseline for any promotional changes and must be considered in the new arrangement
