The past year has seen a considerable number of administrative law decisions. Most of the significant decisions have come in the area of standards of review, a concept which is continuing to attract judges’ attention, discussion and disagreement. Another important development is whether a delegate’s requirement to give reasons for its decision is a stand-alone ground for judicial review. In addition, there are a number of decisions dealing with procedural fairness, multiple forums, standing, and other important administrative law issues.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION
II. STANDARDS OF REVIEW
III. NATURAL JUSTICE AND PROCEDURAL FAIRNESS
IV. STANDING
V. MULTIPLE FORUMS
VI. CHARTER OF RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS
VII. PRIVACY AND DISCLOSURE
VIII. A MISCELLANY OF OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
IX. CONCLUSION