citizenship theme c

• What is the role of law in society?

  To provide a set of rules that all people must follow without exception.
• What is the rule of law?

  It is a key principle of a democratic society that requires everyone to follow the law.
• What are the three key roles of law mentioned in the study material?

  Maintaining order, ensuring fairness, and setting out acceptable actions.
• How does law maintain order in society?

  By providing a clear understanding of acceptable actions and consequences for breaking the law.
• What is the purpose of criminal law?

  To punish those who break the law and deter criminal behavior.
• What are some examples of actions that are not allowed by law?

  Stealing, assault, and murder.
• How does law affect our everyday lives?

  It dictates what we can own, where we can live, and how we can be educated.
• What is the age limit for working full-time under the law?

  18 years old.
• What is the age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales?

  10 years old.
• Why are laws needed to protect the public?

  To ensure citizens can live free from interference and to protect their rights.
• What is the purpose of the Human Rights Act 1996 and the Equality Act 2010?

  To ensure fair treatment and prevent discrimination.
• What is one example of how laws settle disputes?

  Through civil law regarding marriage breakdowns.
• How can laws change behavior in society?

  Through deterrence and retribution for criminal actions.
• What are some new situations that laws must respond to?

  Terrorism, scientific discoveries, new technologies, and changing societal values.
• What is the age limit for getting married without parental consent?

  18 years old.
• Why are legal age limits debated?

  Because they affect the responsibilities and rights of young people.
• What is the presumption of innocence?


  It is the principle that a person is considered innocent until proven guilty.
• What does access to justice mean?

  It means that all citizens should have the right to a fair trial and legal representation.
• What is the rule of law?

  It ensures that all citizens must obey the law and that it applies equally to everyone.
• What is the legal age for joining the armed forces with parental consent?

  16 years old.
• Why does Scotland have a different legal system?

  Because it retained its own system based on Roman law after the Act of Union.
• What is the Welsh Assembly responsible for?

  Making laws concerning devolved areas such as education, health, and housing.
• What is one reason why access to justice could be improved?

  Due to cuts to legal aid funding affecting poorer individuals.
• What is the age of legal responsibility in Scotland?

  8 years old.
• What is the significance of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013?


  It reflects changing societal attitudes towards marriage and equality.
• How does the legal system in Northern Ireland differ from that in England and Wales?

  Northern Ireland has its own Assembly and court system, with some laws not applying due to historical reasons.
• What is the role of the UK Supreme Court?

  It is the highest court for appeals from Scottish citizens.
• What is the age limit for working part-time under the law?

  13 years old.
• What is the significance of the Equality Act 2010?

  It ensures that people are treated fairly and prevents discrimination.
• How does the law respond to new technologies like social media?

  By regulating them to protect people's rights, such as privacy.
• What is the purpose of the Co-operative Rights Act 2015?


  To protect consumer rights concerning goods purchased from suppliers.
• What is the age limit for drinking alcohol in the UK?

  18 years old.
• What is the significance of the right to a fair trial?


  It ensures that individuals are treated justly and have the opportunity to defend themselves.
• How does the law protect against discrimination?


  By implementing laws that prevent discrimination based on personal characteristics.
• What is the role of the law in settling disputes?

  To provide a framework for resolving conflicts between individuals or groups.
• What is the age limit for getting married with parental consent?

  18 years old.
• Why is the presumption of innocence important in a trial?

  It protects individuals from being unjustly punished before being proven guilty.
• How does the legal system in Scotland differ from that in England and Wales regarding jury verdicts?

  In Scotland, juries have a third option of a 'not proven' verdict.
• What is the significance of the right to legal representation?

  It ensures that defendants can adequately defend themselves in court.
• What is the age limit for working part-time?

  13 years old.