Constitutional Interpretation In Singapore

Author : Jaclyn L Neo
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-17
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781317428091

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Constitutional Interpretation in Singapore by Jaclyn L Neo Pdf

At the heart of constitutional interpretation is the struggle between, on the one hand, fidelity to founding meanings, and, on the other hand, creative interpretation to suit the context and needs of an evolving society. This book considers the recent growth of constitutional cases in Singapore in the last ten years. It examines the underpinnings of Singapore’s constitutional system, explores how Singapore courts have dealt with issues related to rights and power, and sets developments in Singapore in the wider context of new thinking and constitutional developments worldwide. It argues that Singapore is witnessing a shift in legal and political culture as both judges and citizens display an increasing willingness to engage with constitutional ideas and norms.

Author : Li-ann Thio,Kevin Y.L. Tan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-01-26
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781134071227

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Evolution of a Revolution by Li-ann Thio,Kevin Y.L. Tan Pdf

This book presents a timely assessment of the impact of history, politics and economics in shaping the Singapore Constitution, going beyond the descriptive narrative, the authors will cast a critical eye over the developments of the last 40 years.

Author : Kevin Y.L. Tan
Publisher : Kluwer Law International B.V.
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-03
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789403501734

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Constitutional Law in Singapore by Kevin Y.L. Tan Pdf

Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this very useful analysis of constitutional law in Singapore provides essential information on the country’s sources of constitutional law, its form of government, and its administrative structure. Lawyers who handle transnational matters will appreciate the clarifications of particular terminology and its application. Throughout the book, the treatment emphasizes the specific points at which constitutional law affects the interpretation of legal rules and procedure. Thorough coverage by a local expert fully describes the political system, the historical background, the role of treaties, legislation, jurisprudence, and administrative regulations. The discussion of the form and structure of government outlines its legal status, the jurisdiction and workings of the central state organs, the subdivisions of the state, its decentralized authorities, and concepts of citizenship. Special issues include the legal position of aliens, foreign relations, taxing and spending powers, emergency laws, the power of the military, and the constitutional relationship between church and state. Details are presented in such a way that readers who are unfamiliar with specific terms and concepts in varying contexts will fully grasp their meaning and significance. Its succinct yet scholarly nature, as well as the practical quality of the information it provides, make this book a valuable time-saving tool for both practising and academic jurists. Lawyers representing parties with interests in Singapore will welcome this guide, and academics and researchers will appreciate its value in the study of comparative constitutional law.

Author : Kevin Tan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Law
ISBN : 9041153055

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Constitutional Law in Singapore by Kevin Tan Pdf

"This book was originally published as a monograph in the International Encyclopaedia of Laws/Constitutional Law."

Author : Kevin YL Tan
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781782252689

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The Constitution of Singapore by Kevin YL Tan Pdf

Singapore's Constitution was hastily cobbled together after her secession from the Federation of Malaysia in 1965. In the subsequent 50 years, the Constitution has been amended many times to evolve a Constitution like no other in the world. Outwardly, Singapore has a Westminster-type constitutional democracy, with an elected legislature, fundamental liberties and safeguards to ensure the independence of the judiciary. On closer inspection, the Constitution displays many innovative and unusual characteristics. Most notable among them are the various types of Members of Parliament that have been introduced since the mid-1980s, the office of the Elected President and the fact that there is no constitutional right to property. This volume seeks to explain the nature and context of these constitutional innovations in the context of a pluralistic, multi-ethnic state obsessed with public order and security. The volatile racial mix of Singapore, with its majority Chinese population nestled in a largely Malay/Islamic world, compels the state to search for ethnic management solutions through the Constitution to guarantee to the Malays and other ethnic minorities their status in the polity. In addition, it examines how the concept of the rule of law is perceived by the strong centrist state governed by a political party that has been in power since 1959 and continues to hold almost hegemonic power.

Author : Republic of Singapore
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-11
Category : History
ISBN : EAN:4064066447366

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Constitution of the Republic of Singapore by Republic of Singapore Pdf

"Constitution of the Republic of Singapore" by Republic of Singapore. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Author : Kevin Tan
Publisher : Talisman
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Law
ISBN : UCSD:31822035586916

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An Introduction to Singapore's Constitution by Kevin Tan Pdf

"Law is one of the most jargon-filled and least-understood of disciplines, and among its sub-branches, constitutional law is considered one of the most difficult and arcane. Yet, the Constitution affects every one of us in ways we seldom contemplate. In this volume, the reader is quickly introduced to the basic concepts of constitutionalism, such as the separation of powers, the rule of law and the principle of judicial review. In twelve succinct chapters, this book covers the basic structure of government in Singapore as well as the fundamental liberties protected under the constitution. Written with a minimum of fuss and jargon, this book provides the high-school student and interested layperson with a compact and accessible guide to Singapore's Constitution. A comprehensive reading list, glossary and list of cases cited is included for those interested in a more in-depth exploration of this topic"--P. [4] of cover.

Author : Kevin Tan
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 1198 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Constitutional law
ISBN : STANFORD:36105062951228

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Constitutional Law in Malaysia and Singapore by Kevin Tan Pdf

Author : Jaclyn L Neo
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-17
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781317428084

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Constitutional Interpretation in Singapore by Jaclyn L Neo Pdf

At the heart of constitutional interpretation is the struggle between, on the one hand, fidelity to founding meanings, and, on the other hand, creative interpretation to suit the context and needs of an evolving society. This book considers the recent growth of constitutional cases in Singapore in the last ten years. It examines the underpinnings of Singapore’s constitutional system, explores how Singapore courts have dealt with issues related to rights and power, and sets developments in Singapore in the wider context of new thinking and constitutional developments worldwide. It argues that Singapore is witnessing a shift in legal and political culture as both judges and citizens display an increasing willingness to engage with constitutional ideas and norms.

Author : Taylor & Francis Group
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1032082623

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Constitutional Change in Singapore by Taylor & Francis Group Pdf

Once a ceremonial position modelled after the constitutional monarchy in the United Kingdom, the office of the President of Singapore was transformed from an appointed to an elected one in 1991. As the head of state, but not the head of government, the elected President was to have additional discretionary powers involving the spending of financial reserves, appointment of high-ranking public servants, and certain ministerial powers to detain without trial. In 2016, a constitutional commission was convened to consider further reforms to the office and the elections process. This book explores Singapore's presidency, assessing how well it has functioned, discussing the rationales for an elected presidency, and evaluating the constitutional commission's recommendations for reforms, including the need for minority representation in the office. In doing so, the book provides important reflections on how the constitutional reform process raises crucial questions about the rule of law and the practice of constitutionalism in Singapore.

Author : Kevin YL Tan
Publisher : Hart Publishing
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-26
Category : Law
ISBN : 1849463964

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The Constitution of Singapore by Kevin YL Tan Pdf

Singapore's Constitution was hastily cobbled together after her secession from the Federation of Malaysia in 1965. In the subsequent 50 years, the Constitution has been amended many times to evolve a Constitution like no other in the world. Outwardly, Singapore has a Westminster-type constitutional democracy, with an elected legislature, fundamental liberties and safeguards to ensure the independence of the judiciary. On closer inspection, the Constitution displays many innovative and unusual characteristics. Most notable among them are the various types of Members of Parliament that have been introduced since the mid-1980s, the office of the Elected President and the fact that there is no constitutional right to property. This volume seeks to explain the nature and context of these constitutional innovations in the context of a pluralistic, multi-ethnic state obsessed with public order and security. The volatile racial mix of Singapore, with its majority Chinese population nestled in a largely Malay/Islamic world, compels the state to search for ethnic management solutions through the Constitution to guarantee to the Malays and other ethnic minorities their status in the polity. In addition, it examines how the concept of the rule of law is perceived by the strong centrist state governed by a political party that has been in power since 1959 and continues to hold almost hegemonic power.

Author : Ittai Bar-Siman-Tov
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05-27
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783030727482

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Comparative Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Omnibus Legislation by Ittai Bar-Siman-Tov Pdf

This book is the first in the world to provide a cross-national, comparative exploration of omnibus legislation. It contributes to the global debate over omnibus legislation and offers comprehensive, thorough and multifaceted coverage that concerns the fields of legislation and legisprudence, comparative law, political science, public policy and economics. Beyond its relevance for these fields, the book will support practitioners in parliaments, governments and courts, thereby impacting the actual use of omnibus legislation. A new, major and controversial reform is enacted in the middle of the night. It is buried in a massive omnibus bill hundreds of pages in length, which is rammed through the legislative process at breakneck speed. The legislators receive the final version of the bill in the very last minute, and protest that they’ve had no opportunity to read it in detail and know what they’re voting upon. The majority party’s legislative leaders, however, are unimpressed, and the law is eventually passed on the basis of strict party discipline. Though it may sound far-fetched, this scenario is all too familiar in many legislatures around the world. The legislative practice of combining numerous unrelated measures in one long bill, which is often passed via a highly expedited process, has become a matter of intense debate and criticism in many countries.

Author : Kevin Tan,Li-ann Thio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1542 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Administrative law
ISBN : 9811496560

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Constitutional and Administrative Law in Singapore by Kevin Tan,Li-ann Thio Pdf

Author : Keith E. Whittington,William Nelson Cromwell Professor of Politics and the Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Politics Keith E Whittington
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009-06-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780674045156

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Constitutional Construction by Keith E. Whittington,William Nelson Cromwell Professor of Politics and the Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Politics Keith E Whittington Pdf

This book argues that the Constitution has a dual nature. The first aspect, on which legal scholars have focused, is the degree to which the Constitution acts as a binding set of rules that can be neutrally interpreted and externally enforced by the courts against government actors. This is the process of constitutional interpretation. But according to Keith Whittington, the Constitution also permeates politics itself, to guide and constrain political actors in the very process of making public policy. In so doing, it is also dependent on political actors, both to formulate authoritative constitutional requirements and to enforce those fundamental settlements in the future. Whittington characterizes this process, by which constitutional meaning is shaped within politics at the same time that politics is shaped by the Constitution, as one of construction as opposed to interpretation. Whittington goes on to argue that ambiguities in the constitutional text and changes in the political situation push political actors to construct their own constitutional understanding. The construction of constitutional meaning is a necessary part of the political process and a regular part of our nation's history, how a democracy lives with a written constitution. The Constitution both binds and empowers government officials. Whittington develops his argument through intensive analysis of four important cases: the impeachments of Justice Samuel Chase and President Andrew Johnson, the nullification crisis, and reforms of presidential-congressional relations during the Nixon presidency.

Author : Jothie Rajah
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-16
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781107012417

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Authoritarian Rule of Law by Jothie Rajah Pdf

Through a focus on Singapore, this book presents an analysis of authoritarian legalism, showing how prosperity, public discourse, and a rigorous observance of legal procedure enable a reconfigured rule of law - liberal form but illiberal content. It shows how institutions and process become tools to constrain dissenting citizens while protecting those in political power.