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Administrative Law Question Paper

Administrative Law

Course:Bachelor Of Laws

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2011

ANSWER QUESTION ONE AND ANY OTHER TWO QUESTIONS.

1.Tom earns a living by selling daily needs from a kiosk in Loita Street for which he has a valid trading license.On Friday 12th September,2010 he received a letter from the city council asking him to move his kiosk to some other locality.However,his friend Harry was never issued such a letter and was allowed to carry his business from the same street as usual.Tom was doing good business and refused to leave.On 18th September,he received another letter from the city council revoking his license with effect from following day.No reason was given for this action.

Tom appealed against the decision and was told he could appear in person before a special meeting at the License Appeals Committee on 22nd September.However,he was refused legal representation at the hearing and was also prevented by the chairman from cross examining the witnesses.The decision to revoke his license was confirmed by the Appeal Committee whose chairman was Harry's uncle.Again,no reasons were given for the decision.Advise Tom relying on relevant case law. (30 marks)

2.Evaluate the manner and extent to which judicial review protects the individual from arbitrary administrative action. (20 marks)

3.Explain the scope of administrative /delegated legislation and the manner in which it is controlled. (20 marks)

4.Discuss the liability or statutory bodies for the negligence of their servants and agents. (20 marks)

5.Identify the circumstances in which "legitimate expectations" are created with reference to case law. (20 marks)

Administrative Law Question Paper

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