28: Statutory Interpretation part 1 (Monologue)

In today’s episode we’re looking at how courts interpret legislation. First, we’ll look at why courts must interpret legislation, and then go on to look at the different rules of construction and interpretation as well as looking at aids to interpretation. We learn specifically about: The literal rule; The golden rule; The mischief rule; The purposive approach; The impact of Human Rights legislation on interpretation; Internal and external aids to interpretation. LEGAL ENGLISH CLASSES: Get $10 USD in italki credits to study languages online with your first lesson purchase: *(affiliate link). PODCAST MEMBERS: For more legal English practice head over to: Sign up for membership and access online learning materials to help you become fluent in Legal English: SUPPORT: Love the Podcast? Help keep it free by supporting me: SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow on Facebook: Follow on Twitter: Follow on YouTube: Follow on Instagram: @legalenglisher LinkedIn: PODCAST: iTunes: Spotify: