<p>Covers the history, theoretical foundations and principles of judicial review.<br />
Deals comprehensively with all grounds of challenge, including illegality, procedural impropriety, substantive review, Convention rights and grounds based on retained EU law<br />
Clarifies complex changes in substantive review, as a result of recent Supreme Court cases including the use of Parliamentary materials in assessing proportionality (SC), challenges based on policies (A), significant cases on devolution concerning referenda and the Ireland/Northern Ireland Protocol; and the impact of the Windsor Framework on Northern Ireland.<br />
Sets out the context of judicial review and its scope, considering at the outset a number of issues which guide De Smith&rsquo;s approach.<br />
Considers other possible avenues of redress for aggrieved citizens.<br />
Examines those who may initiate a claim for judicial review (claimants); who have a right to be a party (interested parties) and those who may seek permission from the court to make submissions as interveners.<br />
Includes full coverage of procedures and remedies, including new suspended quashing orders and the increased emphasis on procedural rigour before the Administrative Court.<br />
Considers reform proposals including the Bill of Rights Bill.<br />
Includes comparative material from other leading common law jurisdictions.</p>
