Civil Liberties and Human Rights
An investigation into the protection of civil liberties and human rights in the UK. Students will evaluate the impact of the Human Rights Act 1998 on citizens and the state.
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An investigation into the protection of civil liberties and human rights in the UK. Students will evaluate the impact of the Human Rights Act 1998 on citizens and the state.
Key Questions
- How are civil liberties protected in the UK?
- What impact has the Human Rights Act 1998 had on British politics?
- Are individual rights adequately balanced with collective security?
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