Administrative Law 8th ed

Description

Administrative Law provides a detailed and clear examination of what is a conceptually difficult area of law. Craig’s thorough and contextual approach to the subject has prompted thought, discussion and understanding amongst all those interested in the subject.

Craig highlights the central issues of each topic area, providing a grounding in the themes covered, before moving forward with a more detailed look at each aspect of the subject, making this an invaluable text for students and academics alike.

New to the Eighth edition:-

• Updated to take account of all new case law on central topics such as error of law, human rights, proportionality and legitamate expectations
• Analysis of legislative changes, such as the new statutory provisions dealing with remedies

  
  Table Of Contents

  Part 1: The Administrative System

  The nature and purpose of administrative law
  the administrative system: an historical perspective
  Parliament and the Executive
  agencies and non-departmental Public bodies
  contract and service provision
  Local Government
  Devolution
  Wales
  information, standards and complaints
  tribunals and inquiries
  European Union
  a case study: competition and regulation

  Part 2: Judicial Review
  Natural Justice: hearings
  Natural Justice: hearings, Public Interest Immunity and closed material procedure
  Natural Justice: bias and independence
  rule-making
  error of law
  error of fact
  failure to exercise discretion
  abuse of discretion
  Human Rights Act
  Rationality and Proportionality
  Legitimate Expectations
  Equality

  Part 3: Remedies
  Invalidity
  Remedies: standing
  Judicial Remedies
  Remedies and Reform
  Remedies: Exclusion of Review
  Crown Liability
  Tort and Restitution