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In a Similar Vein? A Comparative Analysis of Organ Donation Systems
The Organ Donation (Deemed Consent) Bill 2017-19 proposes a 'soft opt-out' system involving a rebuttable presumption of consent to organ donation. An examination of organ donations in several foreign jurisdictions sets out a number of lessons that the UK must learn when implementing this system.
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The distinction between "gamemanship" and "cheating" in sport is often discussed. In theory, it sets out the line that athletes should not cross. However, an examination of a number of sporting controversies casts serious doubt on the importance of that distinction; other factors are at play.
In Defence of Regional Human Rights Bodies
Alongside international documents that set out universal human rights, there exists in several parts of the world regional systems for promoting and protecting human rights. Though these systems have been criticised, they are valuable tools for developing the law that must be celebrated.
Commissioner v DSD: Sending Police Liability into Uncharted Waters
A recent Supreme Court judgment represents a major expansion in the extent of police liability under the Human Rights Act 1998. Though the decision on the facts was unanimous, disputes between the judges as to the correct size of the expansion raises concerns over the impact of the decision.
A Christian Marginalisation Narrative? Religious Symbols in the Workplace
Several decisions concerning attempts by Christian employees to manifest their religion at work have prompted concerns of a 'Christian marginalisation narrative' in discrimination law. However, such concerns are unfounded: they stem from attaching undue significance to isolated cases.
Upskirting: Failure of the Law to Protect Women's Rights
There are many ways the law is failing women. A shocking example is the lack of a specific offence for upskirting. However, the #stopskirtingtheissue campaign has led to a private member's bill being considered by Parliament, giving hope that this will soon change.
Tainted Medicine: Pharmaceutical Patents in the Developing World
The need to ensure that medicine is universally accessible conflicts with the need to encourage companies to invest in developing new drugs. Particularly in the developing world, patent law has struck an uneven balance that has left populations priced out and vulnerable. How can this be resolved?
Noel Conway's Case: New Developments in the Right to Die Debate
The debate on suicide has refused to go away. Several challenges to current legislation have been heard by the courts in recent years, each unsuccessfully attacking the law from a new angle. In keeping with this, Noel Conway's case represents the latest chapter in this long-running story.
Innocent Fun or Underage Gambling? Loot Boxes in Video Games
Many video games offer players the chance to purchase 'loot boxes' that aid their progress in the game by rewarding the player with random in-game items. Questions can be raised about the extent to which this can, and should, be considered as falling under the legal definition of gambling.
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