Overruled

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Confronting Our Vanishing Democracy in 8 Cases

By Sam Fowles

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In Overruled by Sam Fowles, the author delves into the intricate balance of power between government and courts in the UK. The book examines how political decisions are often challenged and scrutinised by legal institutions, highlighting the dynamic interplay and tensions within the British constitutional framework. It offers a nuanced analysis of the implications these interactions have on democracy and governance.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in the intricate dynamics of political power and legal systems. It offers an insightful analysis of how the balance of power affects democracy and governance. Suitable for readers keen on exploring the intersection of law, politics, and current affairs.

Overruled

A testimony of how our government has undermined our democratic principles from a barrister who took the Prime Minister to court

An insider’s view into how our government has undermined our democratic principles from a barrister who took the Prime Minister to court

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An insider’s view into how our government has undermined our democratic principles from a barrister who took the Prime Minister to court.

British democracy is on trial. We can no longer hold our leaders to account; the state has too much power; and the truth doesn’t matter at all. Those we voted into government have nothing but contempt for the democratic system that got them there. Today’s anti-democrats claim to represent the ‘will of the people’ against ‘activist lawyers’, immigrants, and the metropolitan elite. Activist lawyer Sam Fowles expertly exposes why that’s nonsense!

From taking Boris Johnson to court for his unlawful prorogation of Parliament to helping the smallest city in England fight back against predatory developers, Fowles puts our society under cross-examination. Our media happily lies to us. Our politicians brazenly break the rules. And worst of all, we seem to think there’s nothing we can do about it.

If living in a liberal society means anything at all, we need to fight for what’s ours.

Overruled is a compelling call to action, encouraging readers to scrutinise and challenge the systems of power.

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Overruled by Sam Fowles is praised for offering an unflinching and brilliant insider account of the British legal system and the challenges to democracy posed by unaccountable elites. The reviews highlight the book's compelling description of political landscapes, insights into constitutional issues, and the examination of executive power. It combines historical context and legal anecdotes to create an accessible critique of the current democratic state in Britain.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780861542475

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oneworld Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Dr Sam Fowles is a barrister specialising in public and international law and this book will be based on his experience of holding the government to account at the highest level. He has worked on many of the most significant political cases of recent years including the Gina Miller case. He regularly appears in the media including on the BBC, Sky and Al Jazeera.