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Custom Law (common law)

Law from Middle Ages. Royal judges administered laws. Developed into common law.

Oldest Laws

Precedent (case law)

Judges follow principle of law laid by superior courts in earlier cases

Equity

Common law is supplemented by rules of equity- fairness & impartiality. Judges use these to make fair decisions

European law & judgements

Part of English law. Has to be considered