Constitution points

Question 1

Big ideas

Answer 1

1. EU law takes precedence over other sources
2. Statute law supersedes all sources except EU Law
3. Common law cannot contradict existing Statute law but once established both have equal authority
4. Conventions, authoritative works not binding but strong guidance and consulted when interpreting constitution

Question 2

Constitution overtime

Answer 2

• No single dramatic change
• Slow transfer of power away from monarch towards parliament and after that the house of commons
• Steady increase in rights of citizens (reflecting society)