a document created in 1215 that limited the King’s power and introduced legal rights

a rich landowner or noble who had a lot of power in medieval times

the monarch’s power is limited by laws, and decisions are made by a government and Parliament

the monarch has total control and does not have to follow any laws

Why is Magna Carta still relevant in today's society?

Citizenship

Pupils consider a range of roles within the legal system, explore what rights citizens have within the justice system and what influence they can have on the law.

How can we play a part in the legal system?

a group of local people who are chosen randomly to make a decision in a legal case

fairness as a result of the application of a law, usually by a judge, in society

ordinary people handling minor cases or preliminary hearings in magistrates courts, ensuring justice in criminal, family, and youth cases

What key roles do citizens play within the criminal justice system?

a group of workers in the same trade or          profession who have joined together to protect their rights

a law or a set of laws that have been passed by Parliament. The word is also used to describe the act of making a new law

negotiating to improve workers' pay, hours, and conditions

How have trade unions played a part in the legal system?

a paid employee who enforces the law and helps keep people safe

a volunteer police officer with the same powers as regular police officers

people who work in support roles to help the police, but don’t have arrest powers

How do citizens play a role in policing?

elements or conditions that influence an outcome

actions or events organised by an individual or a group of people to achieve an aim

the power to affect or change someone's thoughts, actions or decisions

How do citizens influence the law?

the reason or explanation for why something is done or believed

the process of examining something in detail, breaking it down into its parts to understand it better

choosing to give time to help others, usually without being paid

How can we play a part in the legal system?

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These lessons will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.