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Book SynopsisA considered balance of depth, detail, context, and critique, Human Rights Law Directions offers the most student-friendly guide to the subject; it empowers students to evaluate the law, understand its practical application, and approach assessments with confidence.
Table of Contents1. Human rights: the idea and the law2. The European Convention on Human Rights3. The European Convention and the law of the United Kingdom4. The Human Rights Act 1998 (1) rights and duties5. The Human Rights Act 1998 (2) proceedings and remedies6. Convention law: pervasive themes7. Ancillary rights8. Article 2 right to life9. Article 3 prohibition of torture10. Article 4 prohibition of slavery and forced labour11. Article 5 right to liberty and security12. Article 6 right to a fair trial13. Article 7 no punishment without law14. Introduction to Articles 8-1115. Article 8 right to respect for private and family life16. Article 9 freedom of thought, conscience, and religion17. Article 10 freedom of expression18. Article 11 freedom of assembly and association19. Article 12 right to marry20. Applications: police powers21. Applications: prisoners' rights22. Applications: media law and privacy23. Article 1 of the First Protocol protection of property24. Article 2 of the First Protocol right to education25. Article 3 of the First Protocol right to free elections26. Anti-terrorism law and human rights
