The English Legal System

A lively and engaging guide to the English legal system, helping students develop a critical legal mind. Comprehensive coverage, reflective learning features, and real-life examples make it easy to understand and apply the law. New edition includes revisions on devolution, cautions, and the COVID pandemic, and discussion of the proposed Bill of Rights. Digital formats and resources are available for students and institutions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 784 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Enthralling and captivating coverage that instills students with the assurance to scrutinize, assess, and evaluate the law. A comprehensive guide to the English legal system, this text equips students with the critical legal mindset necessary for those embarking on their legal journey. In a lively and engaging manner, this text presents and critiques the law, encouraging students to engage in thoughtful questioning, analytical evaluation, and rigorous critique.

Key Selling Points:
• The authors' clear and lively style ensures a seamless understanding of the subject matter, making it accessible to students of all levels.
• Extensive coverage of the English legal system provides students with a comprehensive grasp of all the key concepts covered on most courses.
• Thought-provoking reflective learning features prompt students to engage in critical thinking, challenging their perspectives and fostering a deeper understanding of the legal system.
• Carefully selected examples bridge the gap between theory and real-life scenarios, enabling students to apply their knowledge in practical contexts.
• Additionally, this text is available in an e-book format, offering enhanced functionality, navigation tools, and links that provide additional learning support.

New Features in the Ninth Edition:
• Revised sections addressing devolution, cautions, and the updated training requirements for solicitors and barristers.
• A dedicated section on plea and improper pressure to plead guilty, shedding light on the ethical considerations surrounding criminal proceedings.
• Examination of how the courts and legal processes adapted to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptability in the legal profession.
• Discussion of the potential impact of the proposed Bill of Rights, representing a step towards safeguarding individual rights and freedoms in the United Kingdom.
• Analysis of the potential consequences of the United Kingdom's proposed withdrawal from the European Convention on Human Rights, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and human rights protection.

Digital Formats and Resources:
The ninth edition of this text is readily available for students and institutions to purchase in a range of formats, catering to diverse learning preferences. The e-book version offers a mobile-friendly experience, convenient access, and a wealth of functionality tools, navigation features, and links that enhance the learning experience. Visit www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks to explore the digital offerings and discover the wealth of resources available to support your academic journey.

Dimension: 246 x 189 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198889632
Edition number: 9 Revised edition