In this article, we will be looking at what criminal evidence law is and the role it plays in criminal trials. This is a complex topic, so in this article, we will be taking a cursory look into the concept of evidence and the different types of evidence. Written by Veera Poonganesan
Read MoreIn this article, we look at what the term ‘refugee’ means and how it differs from the asylum seeker. We explore some of the rights and laws surrounding refugees. Written by Ammarah Balouch
Read MoreIn this article, we look at what medical law is and how it has changed in recent history. We identify the rights that you have when seeking medical help, and the rules that govern health professionals when treating us. Written by Abi Okosi
Read MoreIn this article, we are going to be looking at the concept of the separation of powers, the principle that structures and separates lawmaking and enforcing bodies in the UK. Written by Sarah Josiah
Read MoreIn this series of articles, we are going to explore the complex law of discrimination further. This article focuses on discrimination in relation to race. Written by Richard Carruthers.
Read MoreIn this series of articles, we are going to explore the complex law of discrimination further. This article focuses on discrimination in relation to religion. Written by Daniel Powell.
Read MoreArtificial intelligence is a term that often crops up when discussing technological advances. There are fears that it will take away human jobs and even harm people. In this article, we look at what artificial intelligence is and what legislation the European Parliament is proposing whilst considering the risks and benefits of AI. Written by Janet Wong.
Read MoreThis year the United Nations have set the theme for Human Rights Day (10th December 2020) as ‘standing up for human rights’. We’ve had a look at human rights in the perspective of the unusual year that 2020 has been. Written by Sarah Josiah
Read MoreDebt has become an integral part of modern society and you will likely take on some kind of debt during your life, whether it be university fees, a mortgage or a bank overdraft. In this article, we look specifically as ‘payday loans’, what they are and their benefits and disadvantages. Written by Olivia Burn.
Read MoreWith the changes recently recommended by the Law Commission, volunteer, Hannah, takes a look at what the Official Secrets Act is, why it is important, and what the recommended changes are.
Read MoreIn this edition of Leducate Explains, Frankie explains to what devolution is and how it works for the different parts of the United Kingdom.
Read MoreIn this article, we take a closer look at contracts and the fine print. We check how important it is to read a contract before you sign it and what an ‘unfair’ term might be. Written by Janet Wong.
Read MoreWe take a closer look at counterfeit and knockoff goods, and the confusing world of trademarks. We look at what they are, what the difference is and how to spot them. Written by Sarah Josiah.
Read MoreThis article explains how laws are made in the UK. This article was written by Frankie Crossley, for Leducate Explains, a series explaining complex legal terminology used in everyday life.
Read MoreThis article explains discrimination in the UK. The piece what laws are in place to prevent discrimination and how discrimination can appear in many different ways. This article was written by Georgia-Mae Chung, a Leducate volunteer for Leducate Explains, a series explaining complex legal terminology used in everyday life.
Read MoreThis article explains protesting in the UK amidst the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. The piece discusses police powers, the right to protest and what protesting right now means. This article was written by Hannah Carpenter, a Leducate volunteer for Leducate Explains, a series explaining complex legal terminology used in everyday life.
Read MoreThis article explains the legal background to the UK’s furlough scheme in response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. The piece discusses the background to the scheme, what the term means, the various discrepancies involved around who can work and who can’t, who can claim it and who has to pay it, and what it means for wider employment law. It also explains the future impact of furlough leave on the economy and businesses more widely. This article was written by Hannah Carpenter, a Leducate volunteer for Leducate Explains, a series explaining complex legal terminology used in everyday life.
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