This is a “model answer”, written by an experienced Law Examiner to a common question on Delegated Legislation. It is 2-pages long and will take up approximately 60 minutes of teaching time, including a discussion of the answer. Here is a brief summary of the document titled “Model Answer - Delegated Legislation”: The document provides a model answer for an AQA A Level Law question on delegated legislation. It covers three main areas: Types of Delegated Legislation: The document describes two types of delegated legislation: Statutory Instruments and Orders in Council. Statutory Instruments are rules and regulations made by government ministers, while Orders in Council are made by the Queen and the Privy Council, allowing ministers to make laws without going through Parliament. Judicial Controls: It explains how judicial control of delegated legislation occurs through Judicial Review. Delegated legislation can be challenged in courts if it is ‘ultra vires’ (beyond the powers granted). Examples include cases like R v Home Secretary ex parte Fire Brigades Union and Strickland v Hayes Borough Council. Advantages of Delegated Legislation: The document discusses several advantages, such as saving parliamentary time, allowing for technical expertise, enabling consultation with experts, quick law-making, and ease of amendment.

This answer consists of 2 pages and is a “model answer” written by an experienced Law Examiner. This document is a model answer for AQA A Level Law, focusing on the judiciary. It addresses three main questions: Training of Judges: Judges are trained by the Judicial Studies Board, with most training aimed at recorders, who are part-time judges. The training includes a one-week course and shadowing an experienced judge. There are criticisms regarding the short duration and lack of practical skills training. Work of Judges: The work varies depending on the level of the court. Justices of the Supreme Court handle appeal cases, Lords Justices of Appeal deal with applications for appeal, High Court Judges try cases and explain the law to the jury, and inferior judges in County Courts decide civil cases and try criminal cases. Importance of Judicial Independence: Judicial independence is crucial to protect citizens from government abuse of power. Judges must be independent from the legislature, executive, and political bias. They have financial independence and immunity from being sued for their judicial action.

This is a 2-page document which provides a “model answer” written by an experienced Law Examiner to questions on Alternative Dispute Resolution. The document covers four main types of ADR: Negotiation: A quick and cheap method where parties try to reach an agreement, often with the help of solicitors. Mediation: A neutral mediator helps parties reach an agreement, with the process remaining under the parties’ control. Conciliation: Similar to mediation but with a more active role for the conciliator, commonly used in industrial disputes. Arbitration: Parties voluntarily submit their case to a neutral person whose decision is binding, often used in commercial contracts. The document also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using mediation to resolve civil disputes.

This is a “model answer” written by an experienced Law Examiner. The answer is to a common topic on Paper 1 of the AQA A Level Law examinations on sentencing. The document provides model answers on community sentences for adult and young offenders, and the aims of sentencing for young offenders. Community Sentences: The Criminal Justice Act 2003 allows courts to combine various requirements such as unpaid work, curfews, and treatment orders to tailor sentences for offenders aged 16 and over. Aims of Sentencing for Young Offenders: Sentencing aims include retribution, deterrence, rehabilitation, protection of the public, reparation, and denunciation, with specific approaches to keep young offenders out of the adult prison system.

This is a “model answer” written by a Law Examiner on the topic of Parliamentary Sovereignty. The Handout provides a model answer to questions related to the law-making process in the House of Lords, the doctrine of Parliamentary sovereignty, and the influence of pressure groups on Parliamentary law-making. It outlines the stages a Bill goes through in the House of Lords, describes the principles of Parliamentary sovereignty as defined by Dicey, and discusses the role and impact of pressure groups, including their advantages and disadvantages. It is 2 pages long and would represent about 60 minutes’ worth of teaching, including a discussion of the answer.

A 7-page student Handout/Worksheet on the defence of loss of control. Written by an experienced Law Examinaer and used with many groups and classes across the years. The Handout is structured as follows: This defence, along with diminished responsibility, can reduce a murder charge to voluntary manslaughter if successfully pleaded. It replaces the old defence of provocation and is outlined in the Coroners and Justice Act 2009. A person (D) is not convicted of murder if: D’s actions resulted from a loss of self-control. The loss of self-control had a qualifying trigger. A person of D’s sex and age, with normal tolerance and self-restraint, might have reacted similarly. The Act provides guidelines for these points, with cases from the old provocation defence serving as illustrations. If D shows evidence of loss of control, the prosecution must disprove it. Key Cases: Doughty: D killed his baby due to continuous crying. The Court of Appeal quashed his murder conviction, stating provocation should have been considered. Thornton: D, a battered wife, killed her husband. The Court recognized ‘battered wife syndrome’ and quashed her murder conviction. Ahluwalia: D killed her abusive husband after hours of contemplation. The defence of provocation was accepted on appeal. Ibrams: D planned and killed V after a week of provocation. The defence failed as D had time to cool off. Humphreys: D, a prostitute, killed her abusive pimp. The Court of Appeal allowed her characteristics to be considered in the defence. The defence is not available if D acted out of revenge or had time to cool off. Certain characteristics, like age and sex, are relevant in assessing if a hypothetical person would act similarly. However, temporary states of mind or mood are not considered relevant characteristics.

This PowerPoint presentation consists of 74 slides and covers all 5 of the Non-fatal Offences. It is aimed at AQA A Level Law students but could be used with anyone requiring a knowledge of this vital area of law. The PowerPoint incorporates review questions and activities and is an invaluable aid to anyone teaching this topic.

This is a 10-page student handout or worksheet on the topic of the reform of the law on non-fatal offences. It includes review questions at the end and will take around 75 minutes to teach. It is designed for the AQA Specification but can be used with any Specification requiring a knowledge of reform of the law. The Handout is structured as follows: The law on non-fatal offences is widely criticized and in need of reform. Academics, judges, and practitioners have highlighted issues such as outdated language, complex structure, and inconsistent sentencing. The Law Commission has proposed reforms to simplify and modernize the law, including clearer definitions and a more logical hierarchy of offences. Despite these proposals, significant changes have yet to be implemented. Review questions at end of Handout.

This is a 9-page student handout or worksheet on the topic of the reform of the law on murder and voluntary manslaughter. It is designed for the AQA Specification but can be used with any Specification requiring a knowledge of reform of the law. The handout discusses the need for reform in the laws governing murder and voluntary manslaughter, highlighting criticisms and proposed changes. Criticisms of Current Murder Law: The current law on murder is criticised for its handling of intent, self-defence, and the mandatory life sentence. Issues with Intent: Establishing intent can be problematic, especially when the primary intent was not to kill but to cause serious bodily harm. Proposals for Intent: A draft criminal code proposed in 1989 aimed to clarify the definition of murder by including awareness of causing death as part of the intent. Self-Defence Concerns: The all-or-nothing approach in self-defence cases is seen as unjust, with defendants either acquitted or sentenced to life imprisonment. Mandatory Life Sentence Issues: The mandatory life sentence for murder is criticized for not allowing judges to consider the seriousness of the killing and for leading to inappropriate manslaughter verdicts. Reform Suggestions for Sentencing: Suggestions include making life sentences discretionary or introducing different degrees of murder with varying sentences.

This 5-page Handout or Worksheet consists of revision questions on the topic of Law and Morality. Written by an experienced Law Examiner, it wraps up the study of the topic and ensures that students also undertake some research (on the Bulger case) as well. Designed for the AQA Specification, this Worksheet can be used with any students undertaking study of this vital topic.

This is a 9-page student Handout, written by an experienced Law Examiner, which provides a guide as to what to include when answering questions on law and morality. The Handout discusses legal cases involving the intersection of law and morality, focusing on battered women who kill violent partners and the withdrawal of life support from comatose patients. Sara Thornton’s Case: Sara Thornton’s murder conviction was quashed after arguments that her violent husband provoked her, highlighting the recognition of “battered women’s syndrome” in legal defenses. Law and Morality: The document explores the relationship between law and morality, referencing debates and cases such as R v R, which questioned the legality of marital rape, and the evolving legal perspectives on moral issues. Tony Bland’s Case: Tony Bland’s case involved the withdrawal of life support for a Hillsborough disaster victim in a persistent vegetative state, marking a significant legal decision on medical treatment and end-of-life issues. This is designed for the AQA Specification but could be used with any students studying the topic of law and morality.

This is a 10-page student Handout written by an experienced A Level Law Examiner, which has been tried and tested with many groups and across many years. The Handout covers the topic of how morality has influenced the law. It covers such topics as the different theories of law and the ideas of legal theorists and looks at how practical examples from recent times, such as the Discrimination Act, was influenced by morality. An essential aid to the topic for any students/teachers of morality and law.

Written by an experienced Law Examiner, this set of student notes on “Views on Morality” is invaluable any any students and teachers of A Level Law. The Handout explores the relationship between law and morality, focusing on the Hart-Devlin debate and various legal theorists’ views. Hart vs. Devlin on Law and Morality: Hart argued that law should remain separate from morality, while Devlin believed law should enforce moral standards. Sources of Morality: Morality can be influenced by family, media, religion, and education, and while some aspects can be enforced, others cannot. Paternalist vs. Liberal Views: Paternalists argue that law should guide and protect people, while liberals believe law should not interfere in private lives. Functions of Law: Summers and Raz identified practical functions of law such as providing remedies, prohibiting harmful conduct, and settling disputes. Hart’s Distinction Between Legal and Moral Rules: Hart distinguished legal rules, which can be changed and enforced by authorities, from moral rules, which are subject to social pressure and personal sacrifice. Fuller’s Guidelines for Law: Fuller proposed that laws should be well-considered, known, understandable, consistent, and not require the impossible, among other criteria.

This is a model answer, written by an experienced Law Examiner, to the question, “What is the association between law and morality?”. It is 4-pages or 1500 words long and provides an insight in how to answer questions on this difficult topic. It includes all of the main legal theorists such as Bentham and Rawls and can be adapted to suit other questions on the topic.

This is a 6-page “model answer” written by an experienced Examiner, to the question “What is the association between law and justice?” The Handout discusses various theories of justice, including Natural Law, Positivism, Distributive Justice, Corrective Justice, Utilitarianism, and Social Justice. It highlights the differing views of theorists like Aristotle, Karl Marx, Jeremy Bentham, and John Rawls on how justice should be achieved and applied in society. The document also examines the application of these theories in procedural and substantive law, and concludes that justice is a subjective concept, with different interpretations leading to varying outcomes in legal cases. An invaluable aid to the study of Law and Justice.

This is a 22-page student Handout/Worksheet on the various theories of Justice. Written by an experienced Examiner in Law and used with classes with excellent results. A summary of the Handout is below: The document discusses various legal cases and theories of justice, exploring different perspectives on fairness and legal principles. Case of Reeves: Two men convicted of receiving stolen goods received different sentences; one was fined £25 in the Magistrates’ Court, while the other, who elected for a jury trial, was sentenced to nine months in prison but was released after serving three months due to the perceived disparity in sentencing. Perelman’s Justice Theories: C. H. Perelman identified six meanings of justice, including formal and substantive justice. His ideas emphasize the importance of following correct procedures and ensuring that the rules themselves are just. Beycan Case: The Court of Appeal quashed Beycan’s conviction for supplying heroin because he was not informed of his right to legal advice, violating Perelman’s principles of justice. Promissory Estoppel: Lord Denning introduced the concept of promissory estoppel in the case of Central London Property v High Trees House to ensure substantive justice, preventing a party from going back on a promise if others have relied on it in good faith. Aristotle’s Justice: Aristotle’s theories of distributive and corrective justice are illustrated through cases like Jebson v Ministry of Defence and Beswick v Beswick, emphasizing proportionate compensation and restoring balance. Utilitarianism: Utilitarianism, associated with Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill, focuses on maximizing happiness for the greatest number, but it faces criticism for potentially justifying immoral acts if they increase overall happiness. John Rawls’ Theory: John Rawls’ theory of justice emphasizes fairness through the ‘veil of ignorance’ and includes the principles of liberty and the difference principle, which aims to benefit the least well-off members of society. The Handout contains questions and exercises throughout and gives a thorough examination of the topic.

This is a 16-page student Handout and activity sheet which covers a vital topic in A2 Law. Written by an experienced Examiner and used with his classes over the years. Here’s a summary of the document: The Handoutt discusses the relationship between law and morality, focusing on the Sexual Offences Act (1967) and the case of DPP v Knuller (1972). It explores how legal decisions reflect societal changes and moral debates. Sexual Offences Act (1967): The Sexual Offences Act (1967) partially decriminalized homosexual acts between consenting adults over 21 in private, following the recommendations of the Wolfenden Report (1957). Wolfenden Report: The Wolfenden Report recommended decriminalizing private homosexual acts between consenting adults over 21, sparking significant public debate and influencing the Sexual Offences Act. Homosexual Law Reform Society: The Homosexual Law Reform Society, founded in 1958, aimed to persuade Parliament to reform laws on homosexuality, highlighting the societal shift in moral values. Law Lords’ Decision: In DPP v Knuller, the Law Lords upheld the conviction for conspiracy to corrupt public morals but quashed the conviction for outrage public decency, citing the need to consider contemporary standards. Case of Re A (Children): The case of Re A (Children) involved the separation of conjoined twins, with the Court of Appeal deciding based on the lesser of two evils, emphasizing the moral complexities in legal decisions. Pretty and Purdy Cases: The cases of Pretty and Purdy addressed the issue of assisted suicide, with courts emphasizing that changes to the law are a matter for Parliament, not the judiciary.