A Leap in the Dark / A Criticism of the Principles of Home Rule as Illustrated by the / Bill of 1893

Name: A Leap in the Dark / A Criticism of the Principles of Home Rule as Illustrated by the / Bill of 1893
Author: A. V. Dicey

By A. V. Dicey

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The author analyzes the Home Rule Bill of 1893 as effectively proposing a new constitution for the United Kingdom, examining how it alters parliamentary supremacy, introduces federal features in Ireland, and retains Irish representation at Westminster. He evaluates the practical powers of the proposed Irish executive and legislature, the intended safeguards and their enforcement, and predicts that the scheme will fail to settle the Irish question. The work critiques arguments in favor of Home Rule and proposes an alternative path of safety, concluding with the bill text and schedules for reference.

About the Author

A. V. Dicey

A. V. Dicey was a prominent British jurist and constitutional theorist known for his influential writings on the principles of law and governance. He is particularly recognized for his critical examination of Home Rule in Ireland, as articulated in his notable works, "A Leap in the Dark" and "England's Case Against Home Rule." Dicey's analyses contributed significantly to the debates surrounding constitutional law and the relationship between the British Parliament and Ireland during a tumultuous period in British history. His insights into the nature of sovereignty and the rule of law continue to resonate in legal and political discussions today.