Legislation & Business Flashcards

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What three things does the Consumer Rights Act (2015) require goods and digital content to be?

Of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and as described.

Name the four areas covered by employment law.

Recruitment, pay, discrimination, and health and safety.

True or false? Product quality is an area covered by employment law.

False. Product quality is a principle of consumer law.

Give one consequence for a small business of not meeting its legal obligations.

It could be sued and face financial consequences such as a fine, which also gives it a negative image.

Give one advantage to a small business of meeting its legal obligations towards employees.

Employees feel the business takes good care of them, so are more motivated, which can increase productivity.

Give two costs to a small business of complying with legislation.

Buying safety equipment and training staff, and higher wage costs to meet the minimum wage.