Chapter 9 - Does the UK need a formal Bill of Rights?

Question 1

Some argue that HRA gave us the same rights protected under…

Answer 1

The European Convention of Human Rights

Question 2

Why is the HRA criticized?

Answer 2

It arguably increases sympathies for criminals
(EG Afghan Hijackers 2006)
Increases tension between judiciary and gov

Question 3

Who said Judges were ‘confused on rights’?

Answer 3

Charles Clarke

Question 4

Who did Theresa May attempt to and fail to deport in 2010-13

Answer 4

Abu Qatada

Question 5

Which is the only main political party searching for a new Bill of Rights?

Answer 5

Conservatives

Question 6

What issues are there in forming a new Bill of Rights? (Name 3)

Answer 6

Determining its contents
How will the broader public be consulted on its principles?
How will a new Bill of Rights square with the UK commitments to the ECHR?
Would it be entrenched? How?

Question 7

Name 3 advantages of forming a UK Bill of Rights

Answer 7

Allows Rule of Law to be enforced
Enhance constitutional protection of rights
Limit the power of the state
Raise awareness and understanding of rights