What are codes of practice & legislation?

what is the difference between codes of practice and legislation what do they each mean and how does the E.U influence UK legislationWhat are codes of practice %26amp; legislation?Codes of Practice are usually a set of regulations and quidelines that apply only to people within an organisation or government department. Violations of Codes of Practice are not always necessarily punishable by law but punitive action may be taken by the organisation.



Legislation, on the other hand, is enshrined in the judicial system and applies to all citizens. Violations are punishable by law, by the state.



I'm not entirely sure what obligations the UK has to the EU in relation to legislation but if the UN system is anything to go by, a member state should legislate any treaties it ratifies. And no treaties in the EU will be entered into unless all member states approve it.