Administrative Powers in United Kingdom

Definition of Administrative Powers

In accordance with the work A Dictionary of Law, this is a description of Administrative Powers : Discretionary powers of an executive nature that are conferred by legislation on government ministers, public and local authorities, and other bodies and persons for the purpose of giving detailed effect to broadly defined policy. Examples include powers to acquire land compulsorily, to grant or refuse licences or consents, and to determine the precise nature and extent of services to be provided. Administrative powers are found in every sphere of public administration, including town and country planning, the regulation of public health and other environmental matters, the functioning of the welfare services, and the control of many trades, professions, and other activities. Their exercise is subject to judicial control by means of the doctrine of *ultra vires.

Definition of Administrative Powers

In accordance with the work A Dictionary of Law, this is a description of Admiistrative Powers : Discretionary Powers of An Executive Nature That Are Conferred By Legislation On Government Ministers, Public And Local Authorities, And Other Bodies And Persons For The Purpose of Giving Detailed Effect To Broadly Defined Policy. Examples Include Powers To Acquire Land Compulsorily, To Grant Or Refuse Licences Or Consents, And To Determine The Precise Nature And Extent of Services To Be Provided. Administrative Powers Are Found in Every Sphere of Public Administration, Including Town And Country Planning, The Regulation of Public Health And Other Environmental Matters, The Functioning of The Welfare Services, And The Control of Many Trades, Professions, And Other Activities. Their Exercise Is Subject To Judicial Control By Means of The Doctrine of *Ultra Vires.

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