Human Rights in the UK (AQA A-Level Law): Quizzes
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When did the Human Rights Act 1998 come into force?
When did the Human Rights Act 1998 come into force?
October 2000
Which ECHR Articles does the HRA 1998 incorporate into UK law?
Which ECHR Articles does the HRA 1998 incorporate into UK law?
Arts 2-12, 14 & First Protocol Arts 1-3
What phrase in Section 3 HRA limits the duty to interpret legislation compatibly?
What phrase in Section 3 HRA limits the duty to interpret legislation compatibly?
So far as it is possible to do so
Which body is NOT covered by Section 6 as a public authority?
Which body is NOT covered by Section 6 as a public authority?
Parliament exercising legislative functions
What is the effect of a Section 4 declaration of incompatibility?
What is the effect of a Section 4 declaration of incompatibility?
Law remains valid and enforceable
Under Section 10(2), is a minister required to amend incompatible legislation?
Under Section 10(2), is a minister required to amend incompatible legislation?
No, it is discretionary ('may' amend)
How are ECHR rights embedded in Scotland and Northern Ireland's devolution?
How are ECHR rights embedded in Scotland and Northern Ireland's devolution?
Via Scotland Act 1998 & NI Act 1998
What criticism relates to enforcement of HRA 1998?
What criticism relates to enforcement of HRA 1998?
Relies on individuals not systematic review
What did R v DPP ex parte Kebilene (1999) demonstrate?
What did R v DPP ex parte Kebilene (1999) demonstrate?
Courts considered Convention rights pre-HRA
Under Section 19, can a minister proceed with a Bill declared incompatible with Convention rights?
Under Section 19, can a minister proceed with a Bill declared incompatible with Convention rights?
Yes, can still proceed with the Bill