Human Rights - Illusory Freedom - Why we should repeal the Human Rights Act

The book "Human Rights - Illusory Freedom" makes a progressive case against the Human Rights Act, arguing that it has led to a catastrophic loss of freedom and that traditional freedoms should be restored to the electorate.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 144 pages
\n Publication date: 22 February 2019
\n Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
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Contrary to the current panic surrounding the repeal of the Human Rights Act, Human Rights - Illusory Freedom presents a progressive argument against it. The book delves into the historical origins of human rights, which emerged as a new framework for Western governments in the aftermath of World War II, as a means to restore their collective authority. However, it argues that the UK Human Rights Act has overseen a significant decline in freedom, a process that began with the Tory party in the 1970s.

Human Rights - Illusory Freedom makes a compelling case for reclaiming control over our traditional freedoms from unaccountable Judges in the UK Courts and the European Court of Human Rights. It advocates for a return to the democratic process, where the electorate can directly influence the laws and policies that affect their lives.

The book also highlights the flaws and limitations of the human rights framework, particularly in its application to issues such as national security, counter-terrorism, and free speech. It argues that the emphasis on individual rights can sometimes overshadow the collective interests of society and that the human rights system can be manipulated by interest groups and political agendas.

Overall, Human Rights - Illusory Freedom offers a thought-provoking and challenging perspective on the human rights debate, advocating for a more balanced and democratic approach to protecting individual freedoms while also preserving the collective well-being of society.

\n Weight: 174g\n
Dimension: 212 x 142 x 9 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781785356872\n \n