Written question asked by Lord Lester of Herne Hill (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 February 2003. It was answered by Lord Irvine of Lairg (Labour) on Monday, 24 February 2003.

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Irvine of Lairg, Lord

Question

Whether they consider the prohibition against torture and inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment to be protected by the Bill of Rights 1688-89 and the common law. [HL 1560].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1560; 645 c1WA

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Constitutions Common law Inhuman treatment Torture