The Ombudsman in the Modern State
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| Management number | 201830013 | Release Date | 2025/10/08 | List Price | $57.42 | Model Number | 201830013 | ||
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Ombudsmen are a critical part of public law frameworks in modern liberal democracies, and this edited collection examines their place in the modern state. It covers current and future challenges for the Ombudsman institution and the systems of government within which they operate, with authors from most continents. The book has two key themes: the enduring question of the location and operation of Ombudsmen within public law systems and the challenges faced by Ombudsmen in contemporary governance. It adds to the public law scholarship by addressing the evolving nature of modern public administration.
Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 05 May 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Ombudsmen are a widespread phenomenon that holds a vital role in the public law frameworks of modern liberal democracies. This groundbreaking edited collection is the first to delve into the contemporary significance of the ombudsman in the modern state. It brings together esteemed international scholars to explore the present and future challenges confronting the ombudsman institution and the governing systems within which they operate. Spanning across continents, the book features authors from Canada, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, South Africa, Germany, and Austria, contributing to a comprehensive global analysis. This in-depth and expansive examination encompasses the functioning of ombudsmen across civil and common law legal systems, offering a comprehensive understanding of their role in contemporary governance.
The book revolves around two central themes:
The enduring question of the appropriate location and operation of ombudsmen within public law systems as they adapt to changing circumstances.
The formidable challenges faced by ombudsmen in the context of contemporary governance, including navigating complex institutional structures, addressing emerging issues, and maintaining independence and effectiveness.
By addressing a common problem encountered in all avenues of public law review—the evolving nature of modern public administration—this collection significantly contributes to the field of public law scholarship.
Weight: 774g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509943241
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