Question 16 Provide an explanation of "internal aids" and "external aids" in interpreting legislation. 16.1 List 3 internal aids to interpret legislation 16.2 List 3 external aids to interpret legislation Internal/Intrinsic Aids Intrinsic aids are matters within the act that help define terms guiding individuals to apply the legislative pieces correctly. Internal contained in the act itself and consist of: the long title of the Act explanatory notes - other sections of the Act - definition sections in the Act External/Extrinsic Aids Extrinsic Aids are aids that do not form an act yet give much needed context Aids include explanatory memoranda, reports of law reform commissions and parliamentary Committees and second reading speeches. We may also seek specialist advice in order to understand relevant legislation. This includes Statutory bodies who enforced the act, industry associates and legal practitioners who Specialize in that specific field. Legal body who enforced these acts include (state): NSW office fair trade and industry association group for real estate institution (Australia). These are all beneficial aids that provide access to relevant information regarding the Interpretation of legislation. Explanatory memoranda Second reading speeches - Reports from committees Parliamentary committee reports