Evaluate The Veiw That The Uk Constitution Requires Codification

Question 1

For: rigidity

Answer 1

Limits the giv from altering laws which maintains stability as it prevents harm
Uk cons is not rigid but some elements show it e.g: acts of union almost reversible and requires significant power to alter

Question 2

Against: rigidity

Answer 2

Stops the consitution from evolving and keeping up with societal norms so uncodified better
E.g Scotland act 1998 gave powers to Scotland e.g tax

Question 3

For: entrenched

Answer 3

Protects fundamental rights and ensures that they are safeguarded from being altered or abolished
Uk unfodified means gov can change laws and ultimately hinder our rights
E.g abolishing the HRA or changing important rights within

Question 4

Against: unentrened

Answer 4

Unentrenched allows for adaptability in governance which is good for democracy as laws should be able to change in order to be responsive to what the people want
1918 women over 30 were allowed to vote under representation of the people act

Question 5

For: judicially

Answer 5

Judges have the power to strike down laws which allows for legal consistency and ensures laws are interpreted fairly
Before 2009 cases were seen in the a HOL where politicians had influence

Question 6

Against: doesn’t need codification

Answer 6

Bcs judges are unelected which is undemocratic
Only gov should have the ability to change a law
Miller case