Purpose

This knowledge builder provides background information on human rights legislation (Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA)) and policy with particular attention given to its implications for the town and country planning system. It will be of use particularly to students of civil law, town planning, public policy makers and decision takers.

Benefits

The module deals with some common misconceptions about the applicability of the human rights legislation to provide redress for complaints about the administration of the planning system.

Related Solutions

Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A knowledge builder which provides a commentary, explanation and context for this topic which has specific interest to society at large. Additionally a range of further reading and appropriate websites are provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

12 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)