The aim of this unit is to examine the role of independent merits review bodies such as Administrative Appeals tribunal and its state equivalents, Ombudsman and Freedom of Information legislation, together with the role of the courts in supervising and adjudicating legality of administrative action.
Topics examined in this unit include:
This unit will also include comparative transnational and/or international element, where appropriate.
PRESCRIBED TEXT- LAW BRIEFS: ADMINISTRATIVE LAW 1ST EDITION
RECOMMENDED TEXT - JUDICIAL REVIEW OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION AND GOVERNMENT LIABILITY 7TH EDITION
FURTHER READING- CONTROL OF GOVERNMENT ACTION: TEXT, CASES & COMMENTARY
FURTHER READING - ADMINISTRATIVE LAW: CONTEXTS AND CRITIQUES
FURTHER READING AND ALL OTHER ITEMS ARE non-compulsory