Subjects:

Student Revision Aids, Human Rights and Civil Liberties

Contents:

1. Introduction

2. Nature and enforcement of human rights and civil liberties

3. The European Convention on Human Rights

4. The Human Rights Act 1998

5. The right to life

6. Freedom from torture and inhuman and degrading treatment

7. Due process, liberty and security of the person and the right to a fair trial

8. Prisoners' rights

9. The right to a private life

10. Freedom of expression

11. Freedom of religion, association and peaceful assembly

No matter how good your research and study skills, the ultimate test for the law student is the exam. This book explains how to successfully tackle the sort of problems and essay questions typically found in exam papers. The author clearly guides students through the process of planning and structuring answers, providing advice on what to include, and on what to leave out.

The book contains 50 questions and example answers divided into chapters covering all major topics within both domestic civil liberties and international human rights. Each chapter begins with an introduction focusing on important points and ends with suggestions for further reading. Each question is supported by clear commentary indicating exactly what examiners are looking for, followed by an answer plan listing the key points to cover.

• Written by a lecturer who brings his examining experience to bear, pointing out common pitfalls and providing examples of ideal answers
• Each question is followed by clear commentary indicating exactly what examiners are looking for, and how to achieve this
• Bullet-pointed answer plans and further reading suggestions develop students' confidence The book is complemented by a specially tailored Online Resource Centre containing updates in the law, links to useful websites, suggestions for further reading and a glossary to develop students' understanding of subject-specific terms