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Examine the clash between ideas of “Liberty” and “Democracy” shown in the current debate about the banning of fox-hunting
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Examine the clash between ideas of "Liberty" and "Democracy" shown in the current debate about the banning of fox-hunting Fox-hunting has been a major issue on the political agenda for the past ten years because both sides have strong emotions about either a foxes rights or human rights however the debate about fox hunting also raises questions about liberty and democracy and whether or not our political system is fair. During the debate in Parliament Mr Michael urged "the Lords to behave democratically" and this shows how the Status of the House of Lords and whether or not it is a democratic institution are being brought into the spotlight once more. The House of Commons is allowed to push a bill through the House of Lords even if it has been rejected using the Parliament Act and it looks as though this is going to happen but is this democratic? Some believe...
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