The purposive approach

what did lord denning say judges should focus on in the purposive approach

the purpose of the legislation

what did lord simmons argue about the purposive approach

it was an obvious takeover of parliments job by saying it was just an interpretation

What was the case Jones v Tower Boot Co about?

C was suing for workplace racial harassment.

which act was used in Jones v Tower Boot Co?

Race Relations Act 1976 Section 32 (1)

What does section 32 (1) of the Race Relations Act 1976 state about employer liability?

Employers are liable for crimes committed under the 'course of employment'.

How was 'course of employment' interpreted using the purposive approach

It includes anything that happens at work.

What was the intent of Parliament in enacting the Race Relations Act 1976?

To stop racial and sexual discrimination in the workplace.

What is the case name for the decision regarding the birth certificate application under the Adoption Act 1976?

R v Registrar General ex parte Smith

What did the Adoption Act 1976 state regarding the supply of a birth certificate?

'Shall... supply' a copy.

Why was the defendant (D) denied his birth certificate in R v Registrar General ex parte Smith?

D killed his adoptive mother and intended the same for his birth mother, which was not the intent of parliament.