How does international law impact the law in the UK?
I can explain the link between international law and law in the UK.
How does international law impact the law in the UK?
I can explain the link between international law and law in the UK.
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Key learning points
- International law influences UK law through treaties and agreements.
- The UK must follow international laws it agrees to.
- International law can shape UK court decisions and government actions.
Keywords
Law - rules, usually made by Parliament, that are used to order the way in which a society behaves
Treaty - a formal agreement or contract between countries or groups of people, often about peace, trade or other important matters
Sovereign - a self-governing state; the UK is a sovereign country
Common misconception
International law automatically replaces UK law.
International law does not override UK law automatically. Parliament decides how and when international law is applied in the UK.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to its correct meaning.
a group that makes UK laws
decides the outcomes of court cases
enforce the law in public
Q2.Laws are official made by the Government to help society run fairly.
Q3.The UK Parliament makes most of the laws in the country. Who is involved in the UK Parliament?
Q4.Put these steps in order for how a law is made in Parliament.
Q5.What is the role of the courts in the UK?
Q6.What is the role of international organisations like the United Nations (UN)?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the terms to the correct definition.
laws made by judges in courts
laws made by UK Parliament
a formal agreement between countries