Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I. Introduction1: Introduction2: Constitutional foundations of the powers of the courtsPart II. Authorities and functions3: The central government4: Local and devolved government5: Public corporations, privatisation and regulationPart III. European influences6: The European Union7: Personal rights and freedomsPart IV. Powers and jurisdiction8: Jurisdiction over fact and law9: Problems of invalidityPart V. Discretionary power10: Retention of discretion11: Abuse of discretionPart VI. Natural justice12: Natural justice and legal justice13: The rule against bias14: The right to a fair hearingPart VII. Remedies and liability15: Ordinary remedies16: Prerogative remedies17: Boundaries of judicial review18: Procedure of judicial review19: Restrictions of remedies20: Liability of public authorities21: Crown proceedingsPart VIII. Administrative legislation and adjudication22: Delegated legislation23: Statutory tribunals24: Statutory and other inquiries

Wade and Forsyth's Administrative Law has been a cornerstone text since publication of the first edition in 1961. It provides a comprehensive and perceptive account of the principles of judicial review and the administrative arrangements of the United Kingdom. For over sixty years, this text has been trusted by students and is extensively cited by courts throughout the common law world. The book's clarity of exposition makes it accessible to students approaching the subject for the first time, whilst its breadth of coverage and perceptive insight ensure its value to all interested in the field, academics and practitioners alike.

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