Law, Rights, and Religion

This second edition of Law, Rights, and Religion provides a comprehensive study of the relationship between law and religion in English law. It explores legal principles underlying religious rights, the application of issues of faith within the legal system, and practical and procedural issues. The book is framed by the Human Rights Act 1998, the Equality Act 2010, and the EC Equality Directives and is an important tool for specialists in equality, discrimination, and human rights.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 11 March 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press

This second edition of Building on the highly-regarded first edition, is a comprehensive study of the relationship between law and religion in English law. Against a backdrop of an increasingly religiously and culturally diverse country, it represents a vital legal analysis of fundamental questions regarding individual and group rights, and how the political and legal systems regard and engage with such diversity. Questions about equality, non-discrimination, tolerance, and social cohesion are of great concern both in the public policy and legal spheres. At a practical level, the debates range from the issue of whether businesses such as shops and hotels can decline to provide services on religious grounds, through clashes between the school curriculum and faith, to requests for employment leave on grounds of religion. Law, Rights, and Religion examines the legal principles underlying religious rights, and the application of issues of faith within the legal system. Framed by the Human Rights Act 1998, the Equality Act 2010, and the EC Equality Directives, it delves into specific areas of legal practice, including education, employment, immigration, family law, criminal law, and terrorism. The author combines detailed analysis with a clear assessment of the practical and procedural issues, making this an important tool in the library of all specialists in the areas of equality, discrimination, and human rights.

Introduction:
The relationship between law and religion has been a complex and contentious issue throughout history. In recent years, this relationship has become even more significant as the world becomes increasingly diverse and interconnected. This second edition of Building on the highly-regarded first edition is a comprehensive study of the relationship between law and religion in English law.

Background:
The United Kingdom is a country that is known for its religious diversity, with a wide range of faiths and beliefs practiced by its citizens. This diversity has led to a growing demand for legal solutions that respect and protect the rights of individuals and groups who practice different religions. The law has played a crucial role.

Legal Principles religious rights:
The legal principles underlying religious rights are established in the Human Rights Act 1998, which protects the rights of individuals to practice their religion without fear of discrimination or persecution. The Equality Act 2010 further expands these rights, ensuring that individuals are treated equally regardless of their religion or belief. The EC Equality Directives also provide guidance on the application of these rights in the European Union.

Legal Practice:
The legal practice surrounding religious rights is diverse and complex, covering a wide range of areas such as education, employment, immigration, family law, criminal law, and terrorism. In education, for example, schools must respect the religious beliefs and practices of students and parents, and must provide accommodations for religious observances. In employment, employers must also respect the religious beliefs and practices of employees, and must provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances.

Conclusion:
The relationship between law and religion is a complex and multifaceted issue that requires careful consideration and analysis. This second edition of Building on the highly-regarded first edition provides a comprehensive study of the relationship between law and religion in English law, and is an important tool for legal professionals, policymakers, and scholars alike. As the world continues to become increasingly diverse and interconnected, it is essential that we continue to develop and refine our legal frameworks to ensure that the rights of all individuals are protected and respected.

Weight: 704g
Dimension: 173 x 246 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198827160
Edition number: 2 Revised edition