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Administrative Law · Unit 2

Administrative Law exam question: Explain the doctrine of excessive

The question (15 marks)

Explain the doctrine of excessive delegation. What may a legislature delegate, and what may it not? (15 marks)

MU Module II, heads 2.1 and 2.2; pack ch. 08; case briefs 04 and 05.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 2 · Delegated Legislation and Natural Justice of Administrative Law.

Authorities you will need

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