A codified constitution makes it easier it shows a clear set of rules, meaning less confusion over the rules written and stops the breaching of previous rules. I think this is beneficial to the UK as clear set rules create a less demand in breaching pre existing rules. This also links with the fact that a codified constitution is entrenched. Entrenchment is an inherent feature in most written constitutions which supports the constitution in a stoppage to short term amendments. This can also been beneficial in the UK because it means that changes to the rules of the constitution will not change and well need to be processed through law.
Another reason why I believe that the uk should adopt a codified constitution is because it limits government power. I believe this is important. The form of direct democracy for citizens in the UK is very limited in what we can do. Although we have the freedom of speech and the free vote. All together the for of direct democracy and the say we have in the government is limited. A recent example for this is the Tax credits. Although many people have voiced their opinions such as UK Uncut an outsider pressure group, the current government are still continuing with the push. A codified constitution limits government power, leaving more room for citizens rights. We have very little say when it comes to law making process as it goes through the HOC, HOL and so on.
An against argument for this would be that the codified constitution can be politically biased. They enforce the set of values or principles in preference to others. The codified constitution written by the government can become biased in a sense that they have wrote it, linking with their ideologies. This can show that the codified constitution can become a biased ruling.
Overall, I suggest a codified constitution would be a good idea for the UK as it overall benefits British citizens and society.
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Well done, more counter arguments would enhance your response but you have some of the key details present.
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