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 state -- 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 preogative -- Limiting judicial review : ouser 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.