Law & Practice of Tribunals in Singapore by Senior District Judge Bala Reddy | 2019*

Law & Practice of Tribunals in Singapore by Senior District Judge Bala Reddy | 2019*

Tribunals are an important part of the justice system, working alongside the courts to resolve disputes and address matters within specialised areas. This textbook is the first of its kind in Singapore and focuses on tribunals whose main purpose is to adjudicate disputes, including administrative tribunals, tribunals dealing with civil claims, and professional disciplinary tribunals.

The book examines the role and nature of tribunals, the legal principles that govern their operation, the proper conduct of tribunal proceedings, and effective approaches to tribunal administration and management. It aims to guide newly established tribunals by outlining the principles and practices necessary for their proper establishment and operation. At the same time, it offers existing tribunals a framework of standards and practices they can work towards achieving.

Table of Contents of Law & Practice of Tribunals in Singapore:

Chapter 1 - The Nature of Tribunals

• Key Points
• Jurisdiction and Powers
• Nature and Variety of Tribunals in Singapore
• Challenging a Tribunal’s Decision

Chapter 2 - The Legal Framework

• Key Points
• Sources of Law
• Primary and Subsidiary Legislation
• Statutory Interpretation
• The Doctrine of Binding Precedent
• Res Judicata and Functus Officio

Chapter 3 - Procedural Fairness

• Key Points
• Procedural Fairness
• The Hearing Rule
• The Bias Rule

Chapter 4 - Pre-hearing

• Key Points
• Preliminary procedures
• Alternative Dispute Resolution Processes
• Issues in Alternative Dispute Resolution

Chapter 5 - Hearings

• Key Points
• Tribunal proceedings
• Preparation and Organisation
• Procedures and Processes at Hearings
• Evidence at Hearings
• Evidentiary Issues

Chapter 6 - Decision-Making

• Key Points
• The Decision-Making Process
• Reasons
• Costs and Disbursements
• Finality of Tribunals’ Decisions

Chapter 7 - Post-hearing

• Key Points
• Modes of Enforcement
• Post-Hearing Requests

Chapter 8 - Communication

• Key Points
• Communication and Plain Language
• Dealing with the Media

Chapter 9 - Case Management

• Key points
• Introduction
• Models of Case Management
• Elements of Successful Case Management Programmes

Chapter 10 - Conduct of Tribunal Members

• Key points
• Importance of Good Behaviour
• Conduct Guides
• Professional Development
• Complaints, Discipline and Removal

Appendix A   - List of Tribunals

Appendix B   - Best Practices for Tribunals

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