ABSTRACT
AIMS AND OB ECTIVES This chapter examines the different contexts in which the right to life has to be considered and aims to do the following:
• Identify the main Convention provisions that apply
• Examine Art 2 of the ECHR and the defences
• Consider UK domestic and European case law
• Examine the requirements for investigation of mistakes
• Explore deaths that occur as a result of war
• Examine the implications that arise when deaths occur whilst the deceased is in custody
• Consider the parameters of the right to life and whether there is a right to die
• Examine self-defence and its impact on Art 2.
