What protects people from Government over reach?

what legislation protects ordinary people from the government?
There are several pieces of legislation in England that protect ordinary people from the government:
- The Human Rights Act 1998: Protects fundamental rights and freedoms.
- The Equality Act 2010: Prevents discrimination.
- The Data Protection Act 2018: Protects personal data.
- Freedom of Information Act 2000: Provides public access to information.
- The Constitutional Reform Act 2005: Maintains judicial independence.
what else protects the people?
Other protections for residents in England include:
- The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Ensures workplace safety.
- The Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumers.
- The Employment Rights Act 1996: Safeguards employee rights.
- The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003: Protects privacy rights in electronic communications.

tell me about the saracusa principles.
The Siracusa Principles are a set of international legal principles on the limitations and derogation provisions in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). Key points include:
- Definition of terms such as 'public emergency'.
- Principles on non-derogable rights.
- Principles on provision of effective remedies.
- Principles on role of judiciary.
- Principles on states of emergency.
what are non derogable rights?
Non-derogable rights are certain human rights that cannot be suspended or limited, even in times of public emergency. Examples include:
- Right to life.
- Prohibition of torture or inhuman treatment.
- Prohibition of slavery.
- Prohibition of retroactive criminal laws.
- Right to recognition as a person before the law.
does this protect people from the government?
Yes, non-derogable rights are intended to protect individuals from extreme actions by the government, even in times of emergency. These rights cannot be violated under any circumstances, providing a safeguard against government overreach.