Magna Carta and Human Rights Poster What is the relationship between the Magna Carta and Human Rights? The Magna Carta is often seen as one of the first legal documents protecting human rights. But what is its impact on later human rights documents? The Magna Carta controlled the power of the King for the first time in English history. It
An event on Wednesday marked the official opening of the Magna Carta Exhibition at NSW Parliament. The Hon Don Harwin MLC, President of the Legislative Council, welcomed guests to the event and introduced Magna Carta Committee Chairman Professor Nicholas Cowdery AM QC. Mr Cowdery spoke about the history of the Magna Carta and what it means for society today. He
The Rule of Law Institute of Australia, UNSW Law, and the Gilbert + Tobin Centre of Public Law are hosting a lecture by the Right Hon the Lord Igor Judge looking at the question – Magna Carta: Destiny or Accident? The Lecture will be held on Thursday 1 October 2015 at 5.45pm. It will be held in Ceremonial Court No