The Judiciary, Civil Liberties and Human Rights

This book considers the constitutional position of the judiciary and its role in shaping the individual's relations with the state. Readers will gain the following:A comprehensive analysis of the history of civil liberties and human rights in the UK, and the judiciary's role in upholding themAn understanding of the Human Rights Act of 1998 and its potential impact on the judiciary's relations with the parliament and the executiveAn appreciation of the importance of political accountability and o