Relations between branches Flashcards
1
Q
What is formal equality?
A
All citizens must be treated equally under the law
2
Q
What is ultra vires?
A
When a body/government goes beyond its powers
3
Q
What is judicial precedent ?
A
Principle when a judge in a court is making a point of the law, it should follow other courts previous decisions
4
Q
How is judicial neutrality upheld?
A
- JAC identifies and eliminates from promotion any judges demonstrating neutrality
- Held to professional ethics due to lengthy legal training
5
Q
How is judicial neutrality not upheld?
A
- Judges are demographically unrepresentative (old white males)
- Growing judicial activism means it seems like there is a lack of neutrality
6
Q
Give examples of EU laws in the UK
A
- Free roaming charges abroad in EU countries
- Right to be forgotten - citizens have info removed from internet
- Equal access to all EU waters for fishing
