What are the 5 types of legislation?
Types of Legislation
- Primary Legislation. Primary legislation outlines general principles and provides powers for further regulation.
- Secondary Legislation. Secondary legislation comprises detailed provisions covering a specific subject area.
- Regional and Local Legislation.
- Constitutional Protection of Animals.
What is the purpose of Paia?
The purpose of PAIA is to promote the right of access to information, to foster a culture of transparency and accountability in South Africa, and to encourage an open democracy where individuals from all walks of life are empowered to engage with government and participate in decisions which affect their lives.
What information can be requested under Paia?
PAIA gives effect to section 32 of the Constitution which provides for the right of access to: any information held by the state; any information that is held by another person and that is required for the exercise or protection of any right.
What is Amendment of section 25 of the Constitution?
Recommendation 1: Section 25 of the Constitution must be amended and be clear about the expropriation of land and property without compensation. This will address historic wrongs of land dispossession, ensure fair access to land and empower the majority of South Africans.
Do I need a PAIA manual?
The Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) says that all public and private bodies in South Africa need to create a manual that contains, amongst other things: The postal and street address, phone and fax number and, if available, e-mail address of the head of the body.
When did Paia become effective?
2 of 2000 (PAIA) was enacted to give effect to the constitutional right of access to information. PAIA came into operation on 9 March 2001. In terms of the Constitution and PAIA, all people in South Africa, including non-nationals, can request information from public and private bodies.
Who is exempt from a PAIA manual?
All private bodies are exempt from having a PAIA manual, except for certain companies.
Does Paia deal with privacy?
In terms of the Constitution and PAIA, all people in South Africa, including non-nationals, can request information from public and private bodies.
What is Section 27 of the Constitution?
Health care, food, water and social security 27. (1) Everyone has the right to have access to— (a) health care services, including reproductive health care; (b) sufficient food and water; and (c) social security, including, if they are unable to support themselves and their dependants, appropriate social assistance.
What does Section 24 of the Constitution?
Section 24(b) of the Constitution provides that “everyone has the right to have the environment protected, for the benefit of present and future generations, through reasonable legislative and other measures that prevent pollution and ecological degradation [and] promote conservation” As an important element of our …