This guidebook for SQE1 candidates offers a straightforward view of Constitutional and Administrative Law, which is essential for a legal career in England and Wales. It covers constitutional theories, such as legitimacy, rule of law, and separation of powers, and explains the functions and interrelationships of the state's core institutions within the constitution. Additionally, it addresses vital topics like public order, human rights, and the implications of Brexit on EU law within the UK context.
Contents:
Constitution overview;
Characteristics of the British constitution;
Fundamental principles underpinning the constitution;
Parliament's core functions;
The evolution of monarchical power and the royal prerogative;
Central government oversight and responsibility;
Devolution;
Judicial oversight;
The Human Rights Act of 1998;
Law on public order;
Position of the European Union in the UK constitutional framework.