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Consumer Credit Act 1974: Governs credit arrangements, including potential application to employee loans. Consider compliance requirements and possible exemptions for employee loan schemes.

Employment Rights Act 1996: Regulates salary deductions and loan recovery procedures upon employment termination. Key for structuring repayment terms.

Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Addresses data security requirements and processing obligations, particularly relevant as the computer may contain personal data.

Theft Act 1968: Relevant for defining ownership, return conditions, and provisions regarding misappropriation of company property.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: While primarily for consumer transactions, provides guidance on quality and fitness for purpose provisions in the agreement.

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: May be applicable depending on the structure of the loan arrangement.

Equality Act 2010: Ensures the loan scheme does not discriminate against employees with protected characteristics.

Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003: Covers tax implications of beneficial loan arrangements and reporting requirements for employee benefits.