Question 1

Which one of the following is correct?

1. The House of Lords has a discretion in applying English Law or European Law.

2. The House of Lords must apply European Law where it contradicts English Law.

3. The House of Lords can apply English Law even if it contradicts European Law.

4. The House of Lords must obtain approval to apply European Law where it contradicts English Law.

Question 2

Which one of the following courts has no criminal jurisdiction?

1. Divisional court o the Queens Bench Division.

2. County Court.

3. Magistrates Court.

4. Crown Court.

Question 3

With judicial precedent, subject to the hierarchy of the courts, previous court decisions should be followed, However, it can be possible to avoid following precedent.

Which one of the following is incorrect in relation to avoidance of precedent?

1. A higher court can overrule a lower court decision.

2. Any court can distinguish the facts from those of an earlier decision.

3. Any court can reverse the decision of a previous court.

4. Any court need not apply an obiter dicta statement of an earlier court.

Question 4

In relation to establishing a claim of negligence, which one of the following is incorrect?

1. There must be sufficient proximity between the wrongdoer and the injured party.

2. The standard of care...