This is a comprehensive introductory textbook with supporting material in the form of syllabus guides, exam questions and answers. It includes the following new legislation: Human Rights Act (2000), Limited Laibility Partnership Act (2000), Employment Relations Act (1999), Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations (1999), Employment Relations Act (1999), Contracts (Right of 3rd Parties) Act (1999), Employment Rights (Dispute Resolution) Act 1998, Competition Act (1998), EC Competition Law (1998), Arbitration Act (1996), Family Law Act (1996), Employment Tribunals Act (1996).