Explore the foundational principles that govern the relationship between the state and its citizens. This topic offers valuable guidance for legal professionals navigating the nuances of constitutional and administrative law, ensuring adherence to legal frameworks and promoting effective governance.
This week’s edition of Public Law weekly highlights includes a hand-picked summary of news analysis, legal updates and case law from the world of...
The House of Commons Justice Committee has published the government’s response to its report on the Courts and Tribunals Bill, welcoming plans to...
This round-up includes details of publications made by Specialised Committees established by the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) for the...
A round-up of key developments on State aid, first reported by the Lexis+ Competition team. This update covers the period 30 September-7 October 2026....
Sources of constitutional lawIn briefThe British constitution is unwritten in the sense that it does not derive from a single constitutional text. It...
Methods of statutory interpretation used to resolve disputes about the meaning of legislationIntroduction to statutory interpretationThe aim of...
Convention rights—structure of qualified rightsThe rights preserved under the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), as set out in the Human...
Judicial review—time limits and the pre-action protocolWhen considering whether and how to bring a claim for judicial review, the first step is to...
Consultation: requirement and processAny consultation exercise carried out by a public authority in relation to a proposed decision must be conducted at a time when proposals are at a sufficiently formative stage, with adequate information, and time to allow a proper and informed response, leading
What is the legal basis and effect of revoking UK legislation?What does it mean to repeal legislation?To repeal a piece of legislation revokes or rescinds it wholly or in part. The word ‘repeal’ is used for primary legislation. The word ‘revoke’ is used to similar effect for delegated
Methods of statutory interpretationIntroduction to statutory interpretationThe aim of statutory interpretation is to arrive at the legal meaning of legislation, or in other words, the meaning that conveys the legislative intention. The primary indication of legislative intention is the legislative
Royal ChartersWhat is a Royal Charter?The term 'Royal Charter' has transformed over time. Originally, a Royal Charter was a procedure by which the Crown could grant corporate personality to bodies of persons conducting activities for public, or private, benefit. Today, the term essentially describes
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