Administrative Law

Exceptionally clear and incisive, Administrative Law is the essential guide to understanding this challenging area of the law. The author uses a variety of learning features to make complex points accessible and also to encourage reflection and debate. Chapters start with a 'look for' section which outlines the key ideas in each chapter, pop quizzes appear throughout, and each chapter is wrapped up with a 'take home message', critical questions, and a list of further reading. Online resources This book is accompanied by the following online resources: - Notes on key cases and legislations - Guidance on answering the questions in the text - Links to useful resources - Glossary of key terms used in the text - A guide for lecturerson possible ways of approaching the material in the book

Part I: Introduction 1: Administration and the principles of the constitution 2: The rule of law and the rule of judges 3: Convention rights and administrative law Part II: Process 4: Due process 5: Impartiality and independence 6: Reasons: process and substance Part III: Substance 7: Discretion and deference 8: Substantive fairness 9: Errors of law and control of fact-finding Part IV: Litigation 10: How to sue the government: judicial processes and judicial remedies 11: Standing: litigation and the public interest Part V: Administrative Justice 12: Tribunals 13: Ombudsmen Part VI: Private Law and Public Authorities 14: Torts 15: Contracts