Law and Policy
MLS researchers are actively shaping policy and legal reform—locally, nationally, and globally. Explore our latest policy briefs, reports, and submissions to see how our research is making an impact.
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ALC Briefing Paper Series
The Asian Law Centre publishes a series of Briefing Papers, which aims to increase understanding of current legal issues arising in the legal systems of Asian countries.
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Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law Policy Briefs
The Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law’s policy brief series aims to distil academic research in the fields of employment, labour relations and equality law into policy analysis and clear recommendations, drawing on cutting-edge research by leading scholars at the CELRL and other academic institutions around Australia, as well as from our wider international networks.
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Constitutional Transformation Network Insights, Policy and Brief Series
The Constitution Transformation Network (CTN) produces the Constitutional INSIGHTS series in partnership with International IDEA. In addition, CTN publishes policy papers that explore key themes in constitutional design, as well as policy briefs that focus on inclusion and participation. These publications contribute to global conversations on constitutional reform and support the work of scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.
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International Tax Design for the 21st Century
This Policy Brief series provides a clear and accessible explanation of the 15 BEPS Actions and the global responses to them over the past decade. It examines the impact, limitations, and challenges of these reforms, and considers the future direction of international tax design.
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Melbourne Climate Futures Research Papers and Reports
The MCF Discussion Paper series provides thought leadership prepared by prominent scholars, based on rigorous research, to assist policy, community and industry decision-making.
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Melbourne Forum Reports and Constitutional Insights
The Melbourne Forum publishes a series of briefs alongside its reports, known as Constitutional INSIGHTS. These briefs offer accessible, practice-oriented perspectives drawn from the Melbourne Forum on Constitution Building in Asia and the Pacific.
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Melbourne Regulation and Design Network Issues Papers
In-depth research and analysis from the Regulation and Design program, exploring how regulatory frameworks are shaped, implemented, and improved across diverse contexts.
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Peter McMullin Centre on Statelessness Reports, Submissions and Briefing Notes
The Peter McMullin Centre on Statelessness contributes expert, evidence-based insights to public debates and policy development in Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, and globally. This work is advanced through the production of reports, policy briefs, and formal submissions.