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The justice system and the constitution - Courts and Tribunals Judiciary

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Legal proceedings in England are largely a contest between opposing parties (prosecution/plaintiff and defense) with a judge acting as a neutral moderator rather than conducting the investigation.

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Judges can avoid binding precedents by highlighting subtle factual differences in a new case, creating a new precedent, allowing the law to evolve.

The system relies heavily on judicial decisions from past cases (case law) rather than just written codes. Higher courts bind lower courts, ensuring consistency and predictability.

The UK does not have a single codified document. It relies on a combination of statutory law, common law, and conventions.

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