the human rights act 1998 : lo1

Question 1

define the human rights act

Answer 1

giving you legal protection of your human rights

Question 2

how many rights are in the human rights act 1998?

Answer 2

16

Question 3

list the 3 steps to do if your human rights aren’t respected

Answer 3

1) first try to resolve it informally
2) then use a formal complaints procedure
3) take legal action by going to court

Question 4

name the 16 rights from the human rights act 1998

Answer 4

freedom of expression
freedom of assembly and association
right to marry
prohibition of discrimination
protection of property
right to education
right to free elections
abolition of the death penalty
right to life
prohibition of torture
prohibition of slavery and forced labour
right to liberty and security
right to fair trial
no punishment without law
respect for your people and family life
freedom of thought, conscience and religion