Ed. David Feldman. First published in 2004, English Public Law has become the key point of reference on English public law for lawyers in the UK and throughout the world. Now in its second edition, the book is the companion volume to the second edition of English Private Law , and part of the renamed Oxford Principles of English Law Series, edited by Professor Andrew Burrows FBA. Now in its second edition, the book acts as an accessible first point of reference for practitioners approaching a public law issue for the first time, whilst simultaneously providing a lucid, concise and authoritative overview of all the key areas of public law (constitutional, administrative, human rights, and criminal law) within one single portable volume. The concise and lucid coverage and very accessible writing style make it the perfect starting point for research. Ideal as a quick reference for UK and overseas practitioners both in general practice and when a client raises a point outside their normal area of expertise. Written and edited by a team of acknowledged experts on English law, offering proven reliability. Fully revised and updated to take account of all key legislative and procedural changes since 2004, including; - the gradual bringing into force of both the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and the Criminal Justice Act 2003 - the Civil Partnerships Act 2004 - the Constitutional Reform Act 2005 (including the anticipated introduction of the Supreme Court in October 2009) - recent higher courts decisions concerning public law and human rights; - the Criminal Procedure Rules 2005; - the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005; - the Armed Forces Act 2006; - the Equality Act 2006; - the Consolidated Criminal Practice Direction; - the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008; - changes introduced by the Tribunals Service throughout 2007 and 2008