Exploring the Law; The Dynamics of Precedent and Statutory Interpretation

* Takes a unique approach to precedent and statutory interpretation which are considered in the context of self-contained case studies on selected topics of substantive law commonly taught in first year undergraduate programmes * Provides an initial overview of the principles of statutory interpretation and precedent, with extensive cross-referencing to their detailed consideration in case studies * Uses case studies throughout to extract the principles of statutory interpretation and precedent from substantive law * Examines the EU influence on principles of statutory interpretation * Analyses the ongoing implications of the Human Rights Act 1998 and resulting case law * Provides students with guidance on further reading at the end of chapters