Unit 3 (P4) describes the legal and human rights that protect citizens in the UK. Introduction. This whole essay is based, on humanitarian rights, and on how people diversity, affects them, in fields of work, and day to day life. This essay will also describe various, human and legal rights. Essay will underline the main United Nations responsibilities.
The seven rights granted under the 6th amendment play a valid role in what our courts should offer to the defendant. First there is the right to a speedy trial; this guarantees “the right of a defendant to demand a trial within a short time since to be held in jail without trial is a violation of the "due process" provision of the 5th Amendment (applied to the states by the 14th Amendment).”(Definition of Speedy Trial) Next is the right to a public trial,
It also incorporated The European Convention on Human Rights into UK law. Due to this act, the United Kingdom enjoyed a codified set of human rights for the first time. Prior to the introduction of this act, citizens only knew their rights in terms of the limitations of their freedoms. However, this Human Rights Act came into conflict with the state’s needs to maintain security and protection of the United Kingdom. A key example of this conflict was seen in the Afghan hijackers case.
1). PA260-3: Analysis Constitional Protection In Criminal Law: Criminal defendants have several constitutional rights. Maybe, the most essential protection is the requirement that the prosecution prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. However, defendants have other rights to. Including the right to, (1) remain silent (2) confront witness (3) have a public trial (4) have a jury trial (5) have a speedy trial
UNIT: 4222-209 OUTCOME: 1.1 – 2.2 1.1 There are several legislations and codes of practice that relates to handling information. The Data protection Act 2008 is a law that protects personal privacy and upholds individuals rights. This Act gives rights to the people the information is about and puts requirements and limitations on the people holding the information. Non-compliance to this Act is a criminal offence. The freedom of information Act 2000 is the Act that gives you the right to ask any public body for all information they have on the chosen subject.
Despite the fact even in a country like the UK with highly trained and knowledgeable officers, a breach of human rights may still occur. This being the main reason why the Human Rights Act 1998 exists. The Human Right Act outlines clearly that specific rights are given to all UK citizens and if these rights are broken by the public services then an individual has the right to take the service to court and challenge its actions. There are no disadvantages of human rights. Human rights only have advantages.
Explain how national initiatives promote anti-discriminatory practice – P4 Human Rights Act 1998 The Human Rights Act 1998 outlines the rights and freedoms that every individual in the UK (England and Wales) has. *Some of these rights, in relation to health and social care are; * Right to life * Freedom from torture and inhuman or degrading treatment * Respect for you private and family life, home and correspondence * Freedom of thought, belief or religion * Freedom of expression * Protection from discrimination in respect of these rights and freedoms However, in some health and social care situations these rights may have to be infringed upon. For example, the right to life does not include the right to end your own life. This means that if a service provider is under the impression that a service user is endangering themselves and their life then the service provider can, under certain circumstances, search a person’s room or even ask their family members for any previous problems the service user may have had. This situation may disrespect the service user’s rights but the service provider must do everything they can, within reason, to protect the lives of those who they are caring for.
Human Rights and the UK In this essay I will be starting off by explaining what human rights are and also be outlining the key features of the Geneva Convention, Universal Declaration of Human Rights(1948), European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act 1998. In addition, I will also be explaining how human rights may be violated and the ways international institutions respond to such violation. In this topic I will provide three case studies of different types of abuse. Human Rights: What are Human Rights? This is a rights that is believed to be allowed for every human and it gives you the right to life, fair trail, freedom of expression and many more all adding up to over twenty rights you are entitled to for just being a human.
1.1 outline key legislation that relates to the fulfilment of rights and choices and the minimising of risk of harm for an individual with dementia * Human Rights Act of 1998 * Mental Capacity Act of 2005 * Mental Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2005 * Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 * Mental Health Act 2007 * The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 * Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 * Carers(Equal Opportunities) Act 2004 Together these legislations formed the fundamental rights and freedom of an individual. These affect the rights of everyday life of an individual including what they can say and do, their beliefs, right not to be tortured and right to a fair trial. These rights have limits to ensure that it does not damage other people’s rights. 1.2 describe how agreed ways of working relate to the rights of an individual with dementia Whistle blowing policy – pass on any concerns regarding individuals welfare . Moving and handling – Moved according to needs and safety of all concerned .
It centres on the idea that children are best cared for within their own families; however, it also makes provisions for instances when parents and families do not co-operate with statutory bodies. Human Rights Act 1998 - The Human Rights Act is a UK law passed in 1998. It means that you can defend your rights in the UK courts and those public organisations including the Government, the Police and local councils must treat