Government Accountability

Government Accountability
Author: Judith Bannister
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 669
Release: 2014-11-21
Genre: Law
ISBN: 131621415X

Government Accountability: Australian Administrative Law offers an accessible introduction to administrative law in Australia by reference to its guiding principle, accountability. The book explores the complex theory underlying this area of law through the inclusion of many examples and with an emphasis on practicalities. It introduces the multifaceted nature of government, its structure, powers and actions. It explains and analyses in detail the principles and mechanisms of administrative law in a way that equips students to employ them in the context of new and unfamiliar cases. Throughout the book, the theory, law and practice of Australian administrative law are explored by reference to the overarching concept of accountability. Government Accountability is a concise introduction to administrative law in Australia that clearly explains the intricacies of the field and provides readers with the theoretical and practical knowledge to analyse the decisions and actions of government.

Government Accountability Sources and Materials

Government Accountability Sources and Materials
Author: Judith Bannister
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 499
Release: 2023-06-30
Genre: Law
ISBN: 100911624X

Government Accountability Sources and Materials: Australian Administrative Law is designed to accompany the third edition of the textbook Government Accountability: Australian Administrative Law. Following the accessible structure of Government Accountability, this book guides students through the real-world operation of administrative law and demonstrates how multiple doctrines and mechanisms can interact in a single situation. Extracts from primary materials – including cases and legislation – provide a clear account of the facts, issues and statutory provisions considered by the courts, and are accompanied by relevant commentary. This edition has been thoroughly updated to include recent significant cases such as Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs v Viane (2021), Hocking v Director-General of the National Archives of Australia (2020) and MZAPC v Minister for Immigration and Border Protection (2021). Written by a team of experts, Government Accountability Sources and Materials: Australian Administrative Law is a fundamental and student-friendly introduction to administrative law in practice.

Government Accountability

Government Accountability
Author: Judith Bannister
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 669
Release: 2014-11-21
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1107667887

Government Accountability offers an accessible introduction to administrative law in Australia by reference to its guiding principle, accountability.

Modern Administrative Law in Australia

Modern Administrative Law in Australia
Author: Matthew Groves
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 481
Release: 2014-02-13
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1107692199

Modern Administrative Law provides an authoritative overview of administrative law in Australia. It clarifies and enlivens this crucial but complex area of law, with erudite analysis and thoroughly modern perspectives. The contributors - including highly respected academics from 11 Australian law schools,as well as eminent practitioners including Chief Justice Robert French AC and Justice Stephen Gageler of the High Court of Australia - are at the forefront of current research, debate and decision making, and infuse the book with unique insight. The book examines the structure and themes of administrative law, the theory and practice of judicial review, and the workings of administrative law beyond the courts. Administrative law affects innumerable aspects of political, commercial and private life, and yet is often considered difficult to understand. Modern Administrative Law unravels the intricacies and reveals how they are applied in real cases. It is an essential reference for students and practitioners of administrative law.

The Foundations of Australian Public Law

The Foundations of Australian Public Law
Author: Anthony J. Connolly
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 451
Release: 2017-05-10
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1107679796

Introduction : what is Australian public law? -- Constitution I : the history of the Australian state -- Constitution II : the structure of the Australian state -- Legitimation : justifying state power -- Legislation : making valid law -- Administration : governing lawfully -- Adjudication : determining and applying law -- Validation : reviewing state action -- Protection : human rights and Australian public law -- Direction : future trends in Australian public law.

Government Accountability – Australian Administrative Law

Government Accountability – Australian Administrative Law
Author: Judith Bannister
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 597
Release: 2018-10-23
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1316636690

The second edition of Government Accountability: Australian Administrative Law offers an accessible and practical introduction to administrative law in Australia. The text introduces the legal principles that regulate the exercise of power by public authorities and explains the legal mechanisms that exist to remedy failures, with an emphasis on the overarching principle of accountability. Thoroughly revised and updated to incorporate recent changes to case law and legislation, this edition offers expanded, contemporary material on public investigatory bodies, information disclosure, administrative review tribunals, the limits on juridical review, and procedural fairness. Updated case examples throughout illustrate the practical operation of these principles and assist readers to connect theory with practice. Government Accountability provides readers with a concise introduction to the contexts, theory and application of administrative law and arms students with the knowledge and skills to successfully analyse and assess the decisions and actions of public authorities.

Measuring Accountability in Public Governance Regimes

Measuring Accountability in Public Governance Regimes
Author: Ellen Rock
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1108882196

Government accountability is generally accepted to be an essential feature of modern democratic society; while others might turn a blind eye to corruption and wrongdoing, those who value accountability would instead shine a bright light on it. In this context, it is common to hear claims of accountability 'deficit' (a particular mechanism or area is lacking in accountability) and 'overload' (a particular mechanism or area over-delivers on accountability). Despite the frequency of references to these concepts, their precise content remains undeveloped. This book offers an explanation, as well as a framework for future exploration, of these concepts. It highlights the difficulty of defining a benchmark that might be used to measure the amount of accountability in a particular situation, and also the challenge of mapping out accountability mechanisms as a system. While difficult, if accountability is indeed a foundational concept underpinning our system of government, there is merit in meeting these challenges head-on.