The Human Rights Act and judicial power Flashcards
1
Q
What did the Human Rights Act (HRA) allow UK courts to do?
A
Issue a declaration of incompatibility
2
Q
When can UK courts issue a declaration of incompatibility?
A
Parliamentary statute appears to violate the rights set out in the HRA
3
Q
What is parliament not obliged to do?
A
To amend the offending statute