Constitutional and Administrative Law, 18th edition

Published by Pearson (June 14, 2022) © 2022

  • A W. Bradley
  • K D. Ewing King's College, University, London
  • Christopher Knight Public Law Barrister at 11KBW Chambers

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Title overview

Get decades of experience and expertise in one text, with this comprehensive guide in Public Law.

Bradley, Ewing and Knight Constitutional and Administrative Law, 18vth edition is the latest version of one of the UK's best-known textbooks in law, offering you unique expert analysis coming from a team of leading figures in the field.

Widely recognised and cited by courts, this textbook covers all aspects of the constitution, providing a detailed understanding of essential cases in the UK, both in theory and practice.

The book helps you develop your critical thinking skills, both individually and in class, and is an essential tool for the students who intend to practice the relevant field in law.

Table of contents

Part I: Sources, structure and principles

  1. Constitutional law – its meaning and sources
  2. The structure of the United Kingdom
  3. Parliamentary supremacy
  4. The rule of law
  5. Responsible and accountable government
  6. United Kingdom and the European Union

Part II: The institutions of government

  1. Composition of Parliament
  2. Role and Functions of Parliament
  3. Privileges of Parliament
  4. The Crown and royal prerogative
  5. Cabinet, government departments and civil service
  6. Public bodies and public appointments
  7. Courts and the administration of justice

Part III: Personal liberty and human rights

  1. Human Rights Act
  2. Right to liberty and police powers
  3. Right to privacy and surveillance powers
  4. Right to freedom of expression
  5. Freedom of association and assembly
  6. State security and official secrets
  7. Exceptional and Emergency powers

Part IV: Administrative law

  1. What is administrative law?
  2. Delegated legislation
  3. Administrative justice
  4. Judicial review I: the grounds of review
  5. Judicial review II: procedure and remedies
  6. Liability of public authorities

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