Who Gets to Hold Power Accountable? Standing and Access After Forestry Corporation v South East Forest Rescue

Forestry Corporation v South East Forest Rescue confirms that community groups with a special interest retain standing to enforce duties under an IFOA. The High Court required a “clear and unmistakeable” intention to restrict access and found none. This article explains the ruling and how Clean Law’s independence safeguards and consolidated-tender process give clients clarity before commencing proceedings.