Practical Legislation (Classic Reprint)

Lord Thring

ISBN 10: 1331260884 / ISBN 13: 9781331260882

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book, a comprehensive treatise written by an expert in parliamentary procedure, is a practical guide to the intricate subject of legislation, particularly in relation to Acts of Parliament. It is an indispensable resource for those involved in the drafting of laws, and offers a clear understanding of the principles and rules that govern the arrangement and composition of effective legislation. The author, drawing from extensive experience in assisting with the preparation of major legislative reforms, provides a systematic approach to drafting that emphasizes clarity, conciseness, and logical organization. The book delves into the nuances of legal expression, highlighting the importance of separating material from immaterial provisions and avoiding unnecessary referential language. It also covers the crucial process of selecting and stating principles, as well as the effective grouping of sections under appropriate headings. The author emphasizes the significance of separating the law from the authority that administers it, giving precedence to the law itself. Overall, this book serves as an invaluable guide for anyone seeking to master the art of legislative drafting and ensure that their work meets the highest standards of clarity and precision. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Practical Legislation (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331260884
• ISBN 13: 9781331260882
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Law

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This book, a comprehensive treatise written by an expert in parliamentary procedure, is a practical guide to the intricate subject of legislation, particularly in relation to Acts of Parliament. It is an indispensable resource for those involved in the drafting of laws, and offers a clear understanding of the principles and rules that govern the arrangement and composition of effective legislation. The author, drawing from extensive experience in assisting with the preparation of major legislative reforms, provides a systematic approach to drafting that emphasizes clarity, conciseness, and logical organization. The book delves into the nuances of legal expression, highlighting the importance of separating material from immaterial provisions and avoiding unnecessary referential language. It also covers the crucial process of selecting and stating principles, as well as the effective grouping of sections under appropriate headings. The author emphasizes the significance of separating the law from the authority that administers it, giving precedence to the law itself. Overall, this book serves as an invaluable guide for anyone seeking to master the art of legislative drafting and ensure that their work meets the highest standards of clarity and precision.