Textbook on administrative law / Peter Leyland, Gordon Anthony.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction : theory and history -- Constitutional context -- European Union law and administrative law -- Human rights and administrative law -- The modern administrative law -- The ombudsman principle -- Dispute resolution : tribunals and inquiries -- Introduction to judicial review -- Extending the reach of judicial review : the public-private divide and the Royal prerogative -- Limiting judicial review : ouster clauses and public interest immunity -- Illegality I -- Illegality II -- Unreasonableness, irrationality, and proportionality -- Equality -- Legitimate expectations -- Procedural impropriety I : statutory requirements -- Procedural impropriety II : common law rules -- Remedies in judicial review -- Contracting and public bodies -- Public authority liability in tort -- Conclusion : administrative law facing the future.

This text is written for anyone studying administrative law who requires a concise and readable textbook. It is specifically directed at LLB and CPE students, as well as those approaching the subject for the first time at undergraduate or postgraduate level, including non-law students in related fields.