It is for the legislature to alter the law if Parliament in its wisdom thinks an alteration desirable. (Edward Macnaghten, Baron Macnaghten)

It is for the legislature to alter the law if Parliament in its wisdom thinks an alteration desirable.

Edward Macnaghten, Baron Macnaghten

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