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Explain what is meant by the rule of law.Consider whether the rule of law is still of relevance to the modern British constitution.
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Explain what is meant by the rule of law.Consider whether the rule of law is still of relevance to the modern British constitution. In literal and somewhat inadequate terms the rule of law is a constitutional theory. On closer inspection difficulties arise when attempting to define it in such a limited capacity, owing to the scope and volume of different interpretations. The "rule of law becomes a banner under which opposing armies march to combat." 1. This metaphor captures the idea that the rule of law is a multifaceted philosophical view. Much emphasis has been placed upon the importance of adhering to this rule, not only the individual but government also, and it is strongly linked with notions of democracy. The concept of the rule of law is not young. "For many centuries it has been recognised that possession of the state of coercive powers presents a fundamental problem for both legal...
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