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6. Definition

  • Plain ordinary dictionary meaning of a statute even if it leads to an absurdity
  • Simple meaning used
  • Dictionary meaning of a statute used even if the result isn't parliaments choice

7. What did Viscount Simmonds say?

  • " The natural and ordinary meaning of that word or phrase in its context"
  • " If errors were found in statutes it was parliaments jobs to put those errors right "
  • " Statutes follow parliaments intentions and should not be altered"

8. What did lord Reid say?

  • " Statutes follow parliaments intentions and should not be altered"
  • " The natural and ordinary meaning of that word or phrase in its context"
  • " If errors were found in statutes it was parliaments jobs to put those errors right "