Carltona principle

Carltona principle: England, Wales

A principle that permits civil servants to act as the Secretary of State. The principle was recognised by the courts in Carltona v Commissioner of Works [1943] 2 All ER 560.

For further details, see Practice note, Delegation of statutory powers (www.practicallaw.com/7-383-9733).

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