... consider how this function is performed by internal reviews and tribunals, internal complaints mechanisms and ombudsmen, and regulation inside government. It will analyse each of these mechanisms in turn, and in doing so take into account their effectiveness in providing remedies for citizens with grievances, and consequently securing administrative justice. One method for checking administrative decision making is through the use of tribunals. Largely emanating from the development of the Welfare State, the original function of the tribunal service was to resolve disputes that would otherwise go to the courts. An important advantage of the tribunal is its specialised nature, as many members of the panel will be experts on the subject matter they are reviwing. Although considered a viable court alternative, there are several limits to their effectiveness. This is apparent from a report by the Franks Committee in 19572, in which tribunals came under review for the first ...

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