The Power of Judges

The Power of Judges A Dialogue Between David Neuberger and Peter Riddell - Haus Curiosities

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Publisher's Synopsis

To the vast majority of the English public, the role of the United Kingdom's Supreme Court has often been distant and incomprehensible, its judges a caste apart from society. The Power of Judges ends this mystery, exploring the fundamental concept of justice and explaining the main functions of the courts, the challenges they face, and the complexity of the judicial system.

In this lucid account of the judiciary, David Neuberger and Peter Riddell lead us through an array of topics both philosophical and logistical, including the relationships between morality and law and between Parliament and the judiciary. They explain the effects of cuts in legal aid and shed light on complex and controversial subjects like assisted dying and the complexities of combating mass terrorism while protecting personal liberty. Given that many of these issues span national borders, the book also compares the United Kingdom's legal system with its counterparts in the United States and Germany.

Full of insights, The Power of Judges is an informative and accessible account of the United Kingdom's judicial system, its contribution to running the country, and the challenges it faces-including the many threats to its effectiveness.

Book information

ISBN: 9781912208234
Publisher: Haus Publishing
Imprint: Haus Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 347.41014
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: vii, 46
Weight: 70g
Height: 176mm
Width: 140mm
Spine width: 7mm