In Pursuit of Good Administration

Diana Woodhouse's comprehensive new book examines the concept of good administration against the background of civil service reform, judicial intervention and executive/judicial tension. The author presents the persuasive argument that the principles which support the concept are being undermined and that conflict between executive and judicial branches of government seems likely to increase. She concludes that now, more than ever, a Code of Good Administration is required. In Pursuit of Good Administration will be a useful addition to the libraries of all public law lawyers, and those engaged in public administration and reform of the public service.