Full Description
This textbook provides a thorough and accessible introduction to the basic principles of United Kingdom Constitutional and Administrative Law, including Human Rights law. By taking the reader through the key constitutional structures - including the notion of the UK constitution as developing "organically" and as a result of historical development and practical compromises - the authors are able to guide the reader step-by-step to a clearer understanding of UK Constitutional and Administrative Law. This book is therefore an essential starting point for more advanced law students and a valuable source of legal context for political science students alike. Both authoritative and accessible, it enables the reader to appreciate the complexity and beauty of this most fundamental part of our legal system.New to this Edition:- A new co-author, Keith Syrett, has joined the author team, bringing a wealth of experience in teaching and writing on UK Constitutional and Administrative law - Thoroughly revised to take in the latest developments in this field of law
Contents
PART I1. Introduction: Constitutional Structures2. Underlying Political Traditions3. The Sources of the Constitution4. Historical Landmarks5. An Overview of the Main Institutions of the Constitution6. The Rule of Law7. The Separation of Powers8. Parliamentary Sovereignty9. The State and the Outside World10. The European UnionPART IV: GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS11. Parliament: Constitutional Position12. The Composition of Parliament and Parliamentary Elections13. Parliamentary Procedure14. The Crown15. Ministers and Departments16. DevolutionPART V: ADMINISTRATIVE LAW17. The Grounds of Judicial Review, I: Illegality and Ultra Vires18. The Grounds of Judicial Review, II: Beyond Ultra Vires19. Judicial Review Remedies and Procedure20. Administrative JusticePART VI: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS21. Human Rights and Civil Liberties22. The Human Rights Act 199823. Freedoms of Expression and Assembly24. Government Secrecy25. Exceptional Powers: Security, Emergencies and Terrorism.
