PUBLIC LAW: The UK Constitution, Government and Administrative Justice

"Public Law: The UK Constitution, Government and Administrative" Justice is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the principles, institutions and contemporary challenges of UK public law. Designed primarily for LLB students and those studying law at university level, this textbook provides a structured account of the United Kingdom's constitutional and administrative arrangements. It brings together the major themes normally encountered in Public Law courses, including the nature and sources of the uncodified constitution, parliamentary sovereignty, the rule of law, separation of powers, executive authority, the royal prerogative, devolution, human rights and judicial review. The book explains constitutional principles alongside the institutions through which public power is exercised and controlled. Particular attention is given to the relationship between Parliament, government and the courts, including the constitutional significance of statutory interpretation, constitutional statutes, parliamentary scrutiny and judicial independence. A substantial part of the book is devoted to administrative law and judicial review. Students are introduced progressively to illegality, irrationality, proportionality, procedural fairness, legitimate expectations, bias, standing, justiciability, ouster clauses and public law remedies. Leading authorities are placed within their constitutional context so that students can understand not only what the courts decided, but why the decisions matter. The book also addresses the modern constitutional landscape, including Brexit and assimilated law, the devolved constitutional settlements, the Human Rights Act 1998, freedom of expression and assembly, police powers, protest regulation, surveillance, counter-terrorism and national security. Written in a clear and systematic style, Public Law is intended to help students build both doctrinal knowledge and critical understanding. It is suitable for university courses, independent study, revision and examination preparation, while also providing a useful foundation for readers seeking to understand how public power operates in the United Kingdom. The book reflects the continuing evolution of UK public law and is designed to be read alongside current legislation, case law and constitutional developments.