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Legitimate expectation of independence in government inquiry (R (on the application of Sargeant) v First Minister of Wales and another)

Published on: 05 April 2019

Table of contents

  • What are the practical implications of this case?
  • Legitimate expectation
  • Powers of delegation
  • What was the background?
  • What did the court decide?

Article summary

Public Law analysis: Sheryn Omeri, barrister at Cloisters, who acted in the case, considers the Divisional Court’s decision in R (on the application of Sargeant) v First Minister of Wales and another, and finds there to be significant guidance on the issues of legitimate expectation and delegated powers.

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