Which of the Following Is Not Part of Lord Simon's

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not part of Lord Simon's guidelines (in Stock v Frank Jones (Tipton) Ltd) for departing from the literal rule?

• A) There is a clear and gross anomaly.
• B) Parliament recognised the anomaly and accepted its existence.
• C) The anomaly can be obviated without detriment to the legislative intent.
• D) The language of the statute allows for such modification.

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