Law reform in small states. Issue 4 (2nd October 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Secretariat, Commonwealth
• Is Part Of: Commonwealth law bulletin. Volume 44:Issue 4(2018)
• Page Start: 721
• Page End: 730
• Publication Date: 2018-10-02
• Subjects: Law -- Commonwealth countries -- Periodicals; 349.11241
• DOI: 10.1080/03050718.2019.1675950
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0305-0718

Abstract

Abstract : Law reform can be a complex and challenging process in any jurisdiction. Small states face additional challenges, and some advantages, associated with a small population and land area. This article looks at how law reform agencies in small states adapt the law reform process, and the particular significance of comparative research in that context. It goes on to outline how, despite the challenges, small state and jurisdiction law reform agencies have made very considerable contributions to the law. Finally, the article assesses the particular utility of co-operation between law reform agencies, including through regional associations.