Charity Law: Exploring the Concept of Public Benefit

This book explores and assesses the idea of public benefit in charity law across common law jurisdictions, offering insights into its evolution, understanding gaps, and potential future directions. Contributions from experts cover key aspects of public benefit, with accompanying comments providing critical perspectives. It appeals to academics, legal practitioners, policymakers, and the not-for-profit sector.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of public benefit within charity law, offering a critical evaluation of this concept within the common law world. Through extensive research and analysis, the book provides a rich account of how the concept of public benefit has evolved over time in charity law jurisprudence. It deepens our understanding of the various aspects of public benefit that still require clarification, even in today's context. Moreover, the book proposes innovative approaches to developing public benefit jurisprudence in an orderly and principled manner, ensuring that it effectively addresses the core concerns of charity law and the public policy objectives that underpin it.

Contributions from renowned charity law experts and jurists grace each chapter of the book. These experts have carefully selected topics to encompass the majority of the significant unresolved questions related to public benefit in the common law world. Each chapter is accompanied by a thoughtful comment written by an academic expert or a leading practitioner. These comments enrich the chapters by offering critical insights and diverse perspectives on the subject matter, fostering a deeper understanding of the issues at hand.

The book appeals to a wide range of scholars and professionals, including law scholars, philosophers, economists, sociologists, and political scientists. It serves as a valuable resource for legal practitioners, judges, government officials, particularly charity regulators, and individuals and organizations involved in the not-for-profit sector. By exploring the complexities of public benefit within charity law, this book contributes to the ongoing discourse on social responsibility, philanthropy, and the role of the legal system in promoting public good.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367745134