Aid Of Interpretation (1. Language)

Question 1

Ejustdem generis

Answer 1

General rule, specific words followed by general words, the general will be interpreted the same way as the specific, shown in Powel v Kempton Park with a betting enclosure.

Question 2

Expressio unis est exclusions alterius

Answer 2

Specific rule, a list of specific words not followed by general words therefore the act only covers the specific words, shown in R v Inhabitants with limestone.

Question 3

Noicitor a socii

Answer 3

Context rule, the words must be looked at accordingly in context with the rest of the act shown in R v Harris with nose biting.