Icke, you just answered your own question.
with front brake, you have two brakes (fixed included as one), which is legal and complied with UK law.
on a freewheel bicycle, a rear brake is recommended instead of a front IF you're insisted on riding with one brake instead of two (which is idea).
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Icke, you just answered your own question.
with front brake, you have two brakes (fixed included as one), which is legal and complied with UK law.
on a freewheel bicycle, a rear brake is recommended instead of a front IF you're insisted on riding with one brake instead of two (which is idea).