Publisher's Synopsis
Fair Trial: Safeguards in European Law brings together the work of a number of highly distinguished lawyers, each with their own practical view of the contemporary issues that confront those dedicated to the pursuit of justice and freedom. Based on contributions made to the European Law Conference, Fair Trial addresses themes that are of the utmost importance in the observance and protection of human rights. Contents include: The Right to a Fair Trial in European Law by Francis Jacobs QC; Unpacking the Human Rights Act by Lord Lester QC; European Law and Criminal Proceedings by George Carman QC; European Law and Civil Proceedings by Peter Duffy QC; A Judicial Perspective of the Impact of European Law by The Rt Hon Lord Justice Walker.