ABSTRACT
By the end of this chapter you should be able to:
Understand and appreciate the common law of provocation
Demonstrate an understanding of s 3 of the Homicide Act 1957
Understand and demonstrate a clear understanding of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 and the new partial defence of loss of control
Be able to understand the common law of diminished responsibility
Understand the provisions under the Homicide Act 1957 and the Coroners and Justice Act 2009