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Category : Ombudspersons
Languages : en
Pages : 170
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The Ombudsman Journal
Author: The International Ombudsman Anthology
Author: ReifPublisher: Martinus Nijhoff Publishers
ISBN: 9004637230
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 783
Book Description
This anthology brings together a selection of writings by ombudsman experts that explore various aspects of the contemporary public sector ombudsman. Originally published in International Ombudsman Institute publications, these articles illustrate the diversity of ombudsman offices around the world and underscore the elements and issues that are important to all ombudsman institutions. From its Scandinavian roots, the ombudsman model has been established worldwide and at all levels of government as a mechanism to monitor and improve government administration. The model has seen renewed interest in the past decade in democratizing countries which are reforming their governmental institutions, such as in Latin America, Central and East Europe, Africa and the Asia Pacific region. This anthology explores the essential elements of the public sector ombudsman and the emerging mandates of the ombudsman institution both in established and consolidating democracies. In particular, the role of the ombudsman in human rights protection is scrutinized from a variety of perspectives. The anthology also includes critical analyses of the extent of the jurisdiction of the public sector ombudsman, focusing on matters such as the relationship of the ombudsman with administrative tribunals and the courts. Issues surrounding the ombudsman process of investigation, recommendation and reporting are highlighted - such as administrative fairness in the ombudsman process, special investigations, public education about the office and media relations.
Comparative Study on Mandates of National Human Rights Institutions in the Commonwealth
Author: Commonwealth SecretariatPublisher: Commonwealth Secretariat
ISBN: 9780850928679
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
This is the first Commonwealth-wide comparative study of national human rights institutions (NHRIs), and is designed to help everyone interested in establishing and developing NHRIs to improve their effectiveness. The study looks at the international framework for the protection of human rights, and the historical and political background to the establishment of NHRIs and ombudsman offices. The individual mandates of various institutions are considered, looking at them region by region. Finally, the study compares the normative framework and mandates of the NHRIs are analysed, comparing what NHRIs are empowered to do and what they are doing in practice, though value judgements as to the merits and demerits of individual named institutions are avoided. Rather than provide a detailed theoretical analysis, the study concentrates on helping practitioners and policy-makers improve the working of NHRIs in practice, and will be a useful tool both to the institutions themselves and to all those who wish to support them.
New Serial Titles
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Category : Periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 1808
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A union list of serials commencing publication after Dec. 31, 1949.
Our Common Future
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ISBN: 9780195531916
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 400
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National Security and the First Amendment
Author: Richard K. WillardPublisher:
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Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 50
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This work debates where the lines should be drawn between the demands of national security and the public's right of access to government information.
Yearbook of the United Nations, Volume 39 (1985)
Author: United NationsPublisher: Martinus Nijhoff Publishers
ISBN: 9004636714
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 1512
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The Parliamentarian
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Category : Commomwealth Countries
Languages : en
Pages : 360
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Tax Authority Advice and the Public
Author: Stephen DalyPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1509930558
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
There is now almost universal acceptance that tax law is overly complex and indeterminate; and yet, there has to date been no comprehensive assessment of the role of the tax authority in the current arrangement. If the legislation and case law offer few immediate answers to the taxpayer, then the role of Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in advising taxpayers becomes more apparent. This monograph contends that the provision of advice by HMRC is desirable by virtue of the rule of law and it follows that any such advice should be correct, clear, accessible and reliable. Additionally, there should exist some means of scrutinising the advice in order to check that it satisfies these criteria. Tax Authority Advice and the Public explores this view of HMRC's role in tax collection. It explains the deficiencies in the current system in this light, highlighting the pitfalls for taxpayers and practitioners as well as the potential remedies. Finally, the book assesses potential reforms which could be adopted in order to alleviate existing problems. A timely and ambitious work, this book is essential reading for practitioners and academics interested in the interaction between tax administration and public law.
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