Flashcard: Comparative Foundations of Public Administration — 9 carte

Public authorities — definition?

Public bodies executing administrative activities for the public good.

Public authorities — definition?

Entities executing public functions for the State.

Functional comparative approach — role?

Compares legal systems based on functions, not terminology.

Functional approach — role?

Analyzes authorities by their functions and activities.

French influence — significance?

Shape of administrative law and organization.

French prefect — role?

State representative overseeing local administration.

UK departments — function?

Implement government policies and services.

UK welfare tasks?

Providing social security, health, and social services.

German law — core pillars?

Legal principles underpinning administrative law.