Article 10 - Freedom of Expression

Question 1

How is this achieved?

Answer 1

• Being able to freely converse with each other on topics or issues.
• Publishing newspaper or magazine articles, or broadcasting television or radio programmes via the internet.
• Through artistic mediums, such as painting or drawings or via theatrical performances.

Even when views may ‘offend, shock or disturb the State or any sector of the population.’

Question 2

Handyside v UK: Article 10

Answer 2

H published in the UK The Little Red Schoolbook, with a chapter on pupils containing info on ‘Sex’. He was charged and convicted with having in his possession an obscene publication for gain.

Outcome: ECtHR held there was no violation of Article 10, as the UK’s right to interfere with H’s freedom of expression was allowed by domestic law.

Question 3

Freedom of Expression

Answer 3

Promotes and encourages healthy debate and challenge so that citizens can express ideas, views and opinions.

FoE does not give freedom of speech due to its restrictions.

Question 4

This freedom allows people to…

Answer 4

Receive info and ideas.
Communicate info and ideas.