Government & Legislation

Discover how government and legislation influence civil rights, and which laws exist to protect equality and fairness.

Airport Body Scanners a Breach of Privacy?

Airport body scanners in the UK create privacy concerns and potential discrimination issues, raising questions about security versus personal rights.

Challenging the Police

Know your rights if you think police have acted improperly – here's how to make a complaint in Britain.

Civil Partnership Rights

Same-sex civil partnerships in the UK now provide most of the same legal rights as marriage, including pensions, tax benefits and parental responsibility.

Civil Rights and Security Issues

How governments have expanded security powers since 9/11 while limiting civil rights and freedoms.

Consequences for Refusing a Full Airport Body Scan

Refusing a full body scan at UK airports can get you banned from your flight, despite privacy concerns.

FAQ: Are Smokers Losing Their Civil Rights?

The government's anti-smoking measures are restricting where people can smoke, raising questions about whether smokers' civil rights are being eroded.

FAQ: UK Citizens and CCTV Privacy Rights

The UK has 4.5 million CCTV cameras monitoring people hundreds of times daily, but they can breach your privacy rights under certain circumstances.

Government Security and Privacy Issues

How Britain's expanding security measures are quietly eroding citizens' privacy rights.

Police Computer Hacking Powers and Civil Liberties

UK police can now hack into personal computers without a warrant, raising serious concerns about privacy and surveillance rights.

Rights If Detained by the Police

Know what you're entitled to if the police detain you at a station, including your rights and what officers must do.

Stop, Search and Arrest Rights

Know what police can and can't do when they stop, search or arrest you, and when you have the right to refuse.

The 28 Day Pre Charge Detention Rule

Under UK anti-terror laws, police could hold suspects for 28 days without charge, seven times longer than for murder accusations.

The Police and Your Civil Rights

Know your basic rights when dealing with police so you can protect yourself from potential abuse.

The Right to Freedom of Speech

Freedom of speech is a fundamental right in Britain, but it comes with limits and responsibilities you need to understand.

The Right to Peaceful Protest

You have the right to peaceful protest in Britain, but police have powers to restrict protests and you should know the legal limits.

Your Rights If Suspected of a Crime

Know what police can legally do if they suspect you of a crime and what rights you have during a stop and search.