Using your knowledge of statutory interpretation, explain how a Court might approach the interpretation of these sections in the light of the facts set out below. [15] Control of Intoxication (Fictitious) Act 1864
Section 1: “It is a criminal offence to be drunk whilst riding in a carriage on a public highway”
Section 2 : “A public highway is one in
which carriages of members of the public have a right of access”

John, aged 16, was visiting his friend Tony at his house. Tony gave John a summer
cocktail drink that had alcohol as a base, together with a fruit cordial. John
drank a great deal of the summer cocktail and started singing. Tony was so
embarrassed that he told John to go home and he lent him his motorised
skateboard. Whilst riding this on the pavement, he was arrested by PC Roberts
and charged under S1 of the Act.

Which of the following statements best illustrates an argument on whether congress is effective on providing oversight of the bureaucracy? a. congress is very effective in providing oversight of the bureaucracy. b. congress is not very effective in providing oversight to the bureaucracy because they lack the technical expertise and they are part of the iron triangles that create a relationship with the bureaucracy and interest groups to show more a. congress is very effective in providing oversight of the bureaucracy. b. congress is not very effective in providing oversight to the bureaucracy because they lack the technical expertise and they are part of the iron triangles that create a relationship with the bureaucracy and interest groups to further their own interests and not necessarily the public interest. c. congress provides effective oversight of the bureaucracy through the budgetary process. d. congress is not effective in providing oversight because of the budget and enabling legislation.