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Should the UK have a codified constitution?

Should the UK have a codified constitution?

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Arguments for and against a codified constitution

The UK Constitution

This podcast explores the complexities of the UK Constitution, its uncodified nature, and the ongoing debate about whether it should be codified. It discusses the historical context, sources, and comparative aspects of the UK and US constitutions, while examining arguments for and against codification. The podcast highlights the implications of flexibility, parliamentary sovereignty, and the role of judges in interpreting laws, ultimately questioning the future of the UK's constitutional framework.

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00:00 Introduction to the UK Constitution

00:41 The Nature of the UK Constitution

05:14 Sources of the British Constitution

10:04 Comparative Analysis: UK vs. US Constitution

16:13 Debating Codification of the UK Constitution

28:06 Arguments For and Against Codification

37:04 Political Implications and Future of the Constitution
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