Law A system of rules which a particular community recognises as regulating the actions of its members. It may be enforced by imposing penalties. Liberty Freedom from control by an oppressive government or individual; freedom from captivity, confinement or physical restraint. Limited Rights Limited rights are rights where the specific circumstances in which this right can be lawfully restricted or interfered with are set out in full in the definition of the right itself. Morality Principles concerning the difference between right and wrong or good and bad behaviour. Opinion Beliefs or conclusions held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof. Positive discrimination Occurs when a disadvantaged group is treated more favourably in order to assist them in redressing an existing situation of inequality. Possessions’ and ‘property’ These terms have wide meanings, including land, houses, leases, money and personal property. It also covers intangible things such as shares, goodwill in a business, patents, and some forms of licences, including those which allow people to exercise a trade or profession. Entitlements to social security benefits, such as pension, are also generally classified as property. Prejudice An attitude, opinion, or feeling formed without adequate prior knowledge, thought, or reason. Preserve Maintaining something in its original or existing state. Prisoner Any person deprived of their personal, physical liberty. Privacy A state in which one is not observed or disturbed by other people; being free from public attention.
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