Government & Legislation

Below are our 10 articles in the government & legislation' category:

Challenging the Police
Challenging the police if you feel they have not properly carried out their duties is a legal right for people living in Britain. There are a...
Civil Partnership Rights
When the British government introduced new legislation in 2005 it placed civil partnership rights on almost equal footing with marriage rights. The...
Civil Rights and Security Issues
Civil rights and security issues are major concerns thanks to the perceived increase in terrorist activities. Recent changes in the law have given...
Government Security and Privacy Issues
The right to privacy is a fundamental human right that should be respected not just by other individuals but also by governments. However, the...
Rights If Detained by the Police
The public have a number of rights if detained by the police at a police station. The rules and rights of how the police can behave are set down in...
Stop, Search and Arrest Rights
Many people are unaware of their stop, search and arrest rights. The police do have legal powers to stop, search, and arrest but only under certain...
The Police and Your Civil Rights
Awareness is one of the best deterrents when it comes to the police and avoiding the abuse of your civil rights. Making it known to the police that...
The Right to Freedom of Speech
The right to freedom of speech is recognised as a fundamental human right. However, this right must be used responsibly and there are certain...
The Right to Peaceful Protest
The right to peaceful protest is protected under the Human Rights act. Britain has a long and distinguished history of using peaceful protests to...
Your Rights If Suspected of a Crime
There are number of rules and regulations regarding your rights if you are suspected of a crime. If the police do suspect someone they also have a...
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