QUBSLJ Issue Eight
I am delighted to present the Eighth Issue of the Queen’s University Belfast student Law Journal and the first issue of 2024. It has been a pleasure to reinstate the journal from its hiatus since 2021 and to be able…
Legal Theory Encourages Alternative Truths in Construing Law
Legal Theory Encourages Alternative Truths in Construing Law Author: Samantha Hopkins Queen’s University, Belfast The concept of “alternative truths” embodies the fundamental differences of perspective inherent in individuals. One person may perceive a woman wearing hijab…
The Presumption of Innocence is like a Golden Thread in the Criminal Justice System
The Presumption of Innocence is like a Golden Thread in the Criminal Justice System Author: Chun Shuo Lum Queen’s University Belfast Presumption of Innocence The presumption of innocence is one of the most important and…
Establishing a Formal Reparations Programme for Victims of the Troubles in Northern Ireland
Establishing a Formal Reparations Programme for Victims of the Troubles in Northern Ireland Author: Amber Kelly Queen’s University, Belfast Abstract The complex reality of the political conflict in Northern Ireland has resulted in a…