Buch, Englisch, 584 Seiten, Format (B × H): 249 mm x 191 mm, Gewicht: 1084 g
Buch, Englisch, 584 Seiten, Format (B × H): 249 mm x 191 mm, Gewicht: 1084 g
ISBN: 978-0-19-887134-7
Verlag: Oxford University Press
Why do the decisions of the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg have such an impact on UK law?
Why did the UK need a Human Rights Act - and why do some people say it should be repealed?
Human Rights Law Directions tackles these and many more questions, introducing students to this exciting area of law.
The Directions series has been written with students in mind. The ideal guide as they approach the subject for the first time, this book will help them:
- Gain a complete understanding of the topic: just the right amount of detail conveyed clearly
- Understand the law in context: with scene-setting introductions and highlighted case extracts, the practical importance of the law becomes clear
- Identify when and how to evaluate the law critically: they'll be introduced to the key areas of debate and given the confidence to question the law
- Deepen and test knowledge: visually engaging learning and self-testing features aid understanding and help students tackle assessments with confidence
- Elevate their learning: with the ground-work in place you can aspire to take learning to the next level, with direction provided on how to go further
Digital formats and resources
The fifth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources.
- The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
- The online resources that support the book include:
· Multiple choice questions
· Flashcard glossary
· Guidance on answering the end of chapter exam questions
· Guidance on answering the end of chapter self-test questions
· Annotated web links
· Annual updates to the book
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Weitere Infos & Material
- Part 1 Human Rights: The European Convention and the Human Rights Act, and Pervasive Principles
- 1: Human rights: the idea and the law
- 2: The European Convention on Human Rights
- 3: The European Convention and the law of the United Kingdom
- 4: The Human Rights Act 1998 (1) rights and duties
- 5: The Human Rights Act 1998 (2) proceedings and remedies
- 6: Convention law: pervasive themes
- Part 2 Substantive Rights and their application in the United Kingdom
- 7: Ancillary rights
- 8: Article 2 right to life
- 9: Article 3 prohibition of torture
- 10: Article 4 prohibition of slavery and forced labour
- 11: Article 5 right to liberty and security
- 12: Article 6 right to a fair trial
- 13: Article 7 no punishment without law
- 14: Introduction to Articles 8-11
- 15: Article 8 right to respect for private and family life
- 16: Article 9 freedom of thought, conscience, and religion
- 17: Article 10 freedom of expression
- 18: Article 11 freedom of assembly and association
- 19: Article 12 right to marry
- 20: Applications: police powers
- 21: Applications: prisoners' rights
- 22: Applications: media law and privacy
- 23: Article 1 of the First Protocol protection of property
- 24: Article 2 of the First Protocol right to education
- 25: Article 3 of the First Protocol right to free elections
- 26: Anti-terrorism law and human rights
