Law Reform Flashcards
Structure Guidance
1
Q
What is meant by law reform
A
When we try to make improvements to the law by changing it
2
Q
Why is it necessary
A
As laws may be outdated or unclear
3
Q
What can influence Law Reform
A
- Political influences
- The media
- Pressure groups
4
Q
Name the act for Law commissions
A
Law commissions act 1965
5
Q
List 2 advantages for the law reform
A
Whole areas of law can be considered
Reform can simplify and modernise
6
Q
List 2 disadvantages of law reform
A
Parliament often fail to implement reforms
Parliament often lack the time to consider reforms as they have to consider spending their time on other things such as taxes and education issues.
