Who is the Head of State? The monarch is Head of State and is formally: • the Supreme Executive Officer of the State • the Supreme Governor of the Church of England •...
The judicial branch The judicial branch of government in England and Wales operates independently of the executive and legislature, and contains the Senior Courts, which...
What is a Royal Charter? The term 'Royal Charter' has transformed over time. Originally, a Royal Charter was a procedure by which the Crown could grant corporate...
Brexit: This Practice Note contains guidance on subjects impacted by the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. As of 31 January 2020 (exit day), the UK is no longer an EU Member...
Source of doctrine The origins of the doctrine are often traced to John Locke’s Second Treatise of Government (1689), in which he identified the 'executive' and...
Brexit: This Practice Note contains guidance on subjects impacted by the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. As of 31 January 2020 (exit day), the UK is no longer an EU Member...
