Wednesbury Test Explained Clearly

Summary

The Wednesbury test is a principle in administrative law used to evaluate the reasonableness of decisions made by public authorities. Originating from a UK legal case, it determines if a decision is so unreasonable that no reasonable person would have made it. This principle is crucial in assessing the rationality of administrative decisions. If you are dealing with a specific decision by a public authority, understanding how the Wednesbury principle applies can be essential.