Following the precedence set by Prendergast J in 1877, the courts can simply ignore legislation, in this case amendments instructing them on how to interpret words in favour of colonial power.

MDmarcdaalder.bsky.socialSep 29, 2024 6:51pm

Scoop: Unredacted legal advice mistakenly provided to Newsroom reveals Crown Law’s warnings to ministers about proceeding with major changes to the Marine and Coastal Area Act. newsroom.co.nz/2024/09/30/c...

Crown Law warned of 'significant legal risks' from foreshore and seabed changes

Unredacted legal advice mistakenly provided to Newsroom reveals Crown Law's warnings to ministers about proceeding with major changes to the Marine and Coastal Area Act.

So tired of capitalism and imperialism.

There is plenty of bentness and incompetence in the legal profession.