Subsidiarity in the Constitution slapstick asymmetry or a 'rights based' approach to powers

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2008

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Community Law Centre, University of the Western Cape

Abstract

What is subsidiarity? Subsidiarity is a general principle that says that governance should take place as close as possible to the citizens. It translates into the protection of lower levels of government against undue interference by national government. It also translates into a preference for placing functions and powers at lower levels of government where possible.

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Subsidiarity, Interference, Constitution, Local government

Citation

de Visser, J. (2008).Subsidiarity in the Constitution slapstick asymmetry or a'rights based'approach to powers . Local Government Bulletin, 10( 1): 16 - 17