Speeches, papers and researchResearch papersThe AAT occasionally undertakes research into aspects of its practices and procedures. It also conducts pilots in relation to proposed changes to its case management processes. Papers relating to projects of this nature are available on this page. Concurrent Evidence StudyThe Tribunal undertook a study in relation to the use of concurrent evidence (CE) procedures in hearings in the New South Wales Registry. CE, also sometimes colloquially referred to as "hot tubs", involves the taking of sworn evidence of more than one expert at the same time. It provides a forum in which, in addition to providing their own evidence, expert witnesses can listen to, question and critically evaluate other experts' evidence. The report on the study was completed in November 2005. It outlines the nature and scope of the study and the main findings of the research. The report is available for download as a PDF file (83 pages, 588KB): Enquiries in relation to the report should be directed to the Tribunal's Policy and Research Section on (02) 9391 2400 or at aatweb@aat.gov.au. Related Information: Draft Guidelines for the Use of Concurrent Evidence in the AAT. Other ResearchThe Department for Constitutional Affairs (UK) in November 2005 released the Research report, Administrative justice and alternative dispute resolution: the Australian experience by Trevor Buck. This report examines the Australian system of administrative justice, in particular, the role of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) within that system. The report outlines developments across the courts, tribunals and ombudsmen offices, at both the Commonwealth and the state/territory levels of government. The report finds that Australia has produced a rich range of ADR practice across these cornerstone institutions, supported by a robust infrastructure.
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