Ash Allen Motors (1972) Ltd v Colin Cotter Motors Ltd and Others - [1977] 1 NZLR 146

Trade and commerce — Distribution and sale of goods — Motor spirits — Motor Spirits Licensing Authority revoking retailer's licence — Motor Spirits Licensing Appeal Authority dismissing appeal — Jurisdiction of Supreme Court to entertain appeal — Motor Spirits Distribution Act 1953, ss 23(3), 36(2), 31(2).

Statutes — Interpretation — Construction with reference to context and subject matter — The phrase "is not carrying on the business" refers to a period not a moment of time.