When the Council refused to pay, he took them to court arguing that the intolerable noise levels interfered with his right to respect for his private life and home under the Human Rights Act. Although his rights had to be balanced with those of the local community, the Court agreed that he had suffered particular loss because of the road works. He was awarded £2000 in compensation.
Road Work Noise Breaches Human Rights
Human Rights legislation has not been a fruitful area for householders seeking relief against nuisance, but a
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