Administrative Law in Action: Immigration Administration

This book explores the practical workings of administrative law through a case study of the UK's immigration department, highlighting the need for greater attention to agency actions and organizational competence. It offers proposals for reform based on a model of administrative law focused on institutional design and organizational capacity.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate workings of administrative law in practice, employing a detailed case study and comprehensive evaluation of one of the United Kingdom's most prominent and influential administrative agencies, the immigration department. By expanding the discourse of administrative law beyond the confines of judicial proceedings, the book sheds light on the role of administrative agencies in the making, application, and enforcement of the law. Through a blend of theoretical and empirical administrative-legal analysis, the book underscores the importance of paying closer attention to the actions, methodologies, organization, and accountability of government agencies. Adopting a contextual approach, the book offers a thorough examination of the immigration department's core functions, including policy formulation, mass casework decision-making, and the enforcement of immigration laws.

The book explores significant recent episodes in immigration administration, such as the development of the hostile environment policy and the treatment of the Windrush generation. By examining a diverse range of material, the book presents a model of administrative law that is grounded in the organizational competence and capacity of administration, as well as its institutional design. Alongside diagnosing the shortcomings of the immigration department, the book proposes positive reforms aimed at improving its effectiveness and fairness.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of administrative law and its impact on society. Its comprehensive analysis and thoughtful proposals provide valuable insights into the complexities of government agencies and their role in shaping legal and policy outcomes.

Weight: 636g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509953110