The University of Nottingham (UON) • Law LLB

This summary considers the means and methods of combat. We will consider the approaches taken by international humanitarian law to these issues, paying due attention to the principles of distinction and unnecessary suffering.

In this summary, we will examine the relationship between humanitarian law and human rights law, both of which are applicable in time of armed conflict. Humanitarian law and human rights law have very different origins. Humanitarian law has been part of international law from its beginning; human rights law, in contrast, has been primarily a post-World War II development. Humanitarian law has traditionally been concerned with the reciprocal obligations assumed by States towards other States and ...

In this summary, we will consider some difficulties with the application of certain of those rules in non-international armed conflicts. We will pay particular attention to one of the principal differences between international armed conflicts and their non-international counterparts, namely the involvement of non-state armed groups.

In this summary, we will explore the possibilities for the enforcement of international humanitarian law. We will consider criminal enforcement through war crimes law as well as a variety of non-criminal alternatives, including the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Committee, Protecting Powers, the ICRC and non-governmental organizations. We will pay particular attention to the controversial notion of belligerent reprisals.

Final coursework for the International Human Rights course, answering the following question: 'International human rights norms are too vague. This means they are subject to varying interpretations by expert bodies, and nobody knows exactly what restrictions they impose - Discuss'

The second in a 2 part series looking at involuntary manslaughter. This document considers the offence of gross negligence manslaughter through its initial development to the current stance taken in case law today. Also included is useful criticism and helpful exam tips

The first in a two part series looking at the offences under the heading of involuntary manslaughter. This document looks at the offence of Unlawful Act Manslaughter. It outlines the current law on the matter with relevant examples and illustrations in case law. Included also is law reform suggestions for the offence, as well as useful exam tips and evaluation.

The second in a two part series looking at voluntary manslaughter. This document looks at the partial defence of Loss of Self Control for offences of Murder. Includes a brief outline of the issues with the old defence of provocation, consideration of the elements of the new replacement, and criticism of the new defence. Document also includes helpful exam tips for answering questions on this topic.

Detailed revision notes for the partial defence to murder of diminished responsibility. Part of a 2 part series on voluntary manslaughter (the other being loss of self control). Document includes discussion on the elements of the offence, as well as useful criticism and tips for answering exam questions. Includes everything you need to know for this topic.

A detailed outline of the offence of Murder in English Law. This includes definitions and case examples of the elements of the offence, as well as criticism and reform suggestions. Document provides all information needed for answering exam style questions or scenario essays on this offence, as well as useful exam tips.