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Shifting the Foundations
Jonathan Sumption argues against Britain adopting a written constitution.

Rights and the Ideal Constitution
Jonathan Sumption assess the pros and cons of written and unwritten constitutions.

Human Rights and Wrongs
Jonathan Sumption argues that courts have usurped power via human rights law.

In Praise of Politics
Jonathan Sumption explains how democracy can accommodate opposing opinions and interests

Law's Expanding Empire
Jonathan Sumption argues that the law is taking over the space once occupied by politics.