Public Law

by Stanton, John; Prescott, Craig

• ISBN13: 9780198852278
• ISBN10: 0198852274
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-07-28
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Fresh, modern, and practical, Public Law provides law undergraduates with a unique approach to constitutional and administrative law, aptly demonstrating why this is an exciting time to be studying the subject.

Writing in a fluid, succinct style, the authors carve a logical pathway through the key areas studied on the LLB, guiding students to a solid understanding of the fundamental principles. This theoretical grounding is then rooted in reality, with each concept applied to a hypothetical scenario (included at the start of each chapter) to set it into a practical context.

While this practical element helps students to understand how the law applies and develop problem-solving skills, a trio of supportive learning features also encourages active engagement with and a critical appreciation of public law. 'Key case' boxes highlight and analyse the significant case law in each area; 'Counterpoint' boxes flag alternative viewpoints and areas of debate; and 'Pause for reflection' boxes prompt readers to consider the impact of laws, and what potential developments and reforms may lie ahead.

Public Law's modern approach and unique combination of practical application and theoretically critical discussion makes it the ideal choice for students seeking to understand concepts not only in the abstract but in practice, helping them to develop the skills they need to succeed at university and beyond.

Online Resources
This title is supported by an online resources platform for students featuring guidance on approaching and analysing the real life scenarios in the book, a bank of multiple choice questions, legal updates, and links to useful material elsewhere on the web.

Author Biography

John Stanton, Senior Lecturer in Law, The City Law School, City, University of London,Craig Prescott, Senior Lecturer in Law and Director of the Centre for Parliament and Public Law, University of Winchester

Dr John Stanton is Senior Lecturer in Law at The City Law School, City, University of London, specializing in localism and comparative constitutional law. He has considerable experience researching and teaching public law, and has also worked as a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Malta. John is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and a member of the Society of Legal Scholars, the UK Constitutional Law Association and the Political Studies Association.


Dr Craig Prescott is a Senior Lecturer in Law and Director of the Centre for Parliament and Public Law at the University of Winchester, having previously taught at King's College London and the University of Manchester. He specialises in elections, Parliament, the future of the monarchy, and the constitutional implications of Brexit. Craig frequently appears in the media to discuss political and constitutional issues, including Brexit, and he is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and is a member of the Society of Legal Scholars, the UK Constitutional Law Association, and the Study of Parliament Group.