The Human Rights Act (1998) Flashcards

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1
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When did the HRA come into force?

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October 2000

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What did the HRA incorporate from the ECHR and what did this allow?

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Most of it articles

Allowed citizens to pursue cases under the ECHR through UK courts

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What is the HRA based upon?

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Council of Europe’s ECHR
Rather than EU law
Meaning it isn’t superior to parliamentary statute

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What authoirt does the HRA have?

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A persuasive authority that has enhanced the protection of individual rights in the UK

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