ELS

Question 1

rule of law definition

Answer 1

the idea that there must be fairness and clarity within the law and that no one is above the law. AV Dicey explains the law must be supreme

Question 2

equality of the law

Answer 2

all people, businesses and government are accountable, and the law applies to everyone in the same way, no matter who you are

Question 3

transparency of the law

Answer 3

laws must be clear, precise, affordable and accessible while protecting fundamental human rights

Question 4

independent judiciary

Answer 4

ensures equality and fairness of law between people and public officials, government

Question 5

accessible legal remedy

Answer 5

must be access to timely resolution in the court of law. free legal aid

Question 6

A.V. Dicey

Answer 6

believes everyone should be equal and the law is supreme, no one is above the law

Question 7

joseph raz

Answer 7

key principles are:
- clear rules and procedures for making laws - legislative process
- independence of the judiciary
- courts should have power to review the way all other principle are implemented

Question 8

links to contract law

Answer 8

consumer rights act
- equality of the law, allows consumers to understand and are made aware of their rights in relation to goods and services