Chapter 1. Words : Introduction; What is language? Words;
Chapter 2. Syntax : Introduction; The legislative sentence; Sentence problems; Punctuation;
Chapter 3. Style : Style and the purposes of legislation; Traditional legislative style : is it really a problem? Are short simple Acts the answer? The pursuit of clarity; Style and gender;
Chapter 4. Specific matters of style : Sections; The proviso; Numbering, lettering and indentation practice; Miscellaneous stylistic matters;
Chapter 5. Miscellaneous words and expressions : Words and expressions to avoid; Words and expressions to use carefully; Expressions of time;
Chapter 6. Interpretation acts : Introduction; Application of interpretation legislation; Definitions of words and expressions; Provisions regarding construction of legislation; Powers and duties; Time;
Chapter 7. The drafting process - Part 1 : Introduction; The role of a legislative drafter; When should drafters become involved in legislative proposals? The role of instructing officers; Basic equipment; The five stages of the drafting process;
Chapter 8. The drafting process - Part 2 : The five stages of the drafting process;
Chapter 9. Formalities and arrangement : Introduction; Format; Arrangement in parts; Headings (other than section headings or marginal notes); Section headings also known as marginal notes; Recommended order or arrangement;
Chapter 10. Preliminary provisions : Long title; Preamble; Enacting formula; Short title; Commencement; Application; Duration;
Chapter 11. Powers and duties : Introduction; Drafting statutory powers; Transfer and revocation of statutory functions; Breach of power or duty; Power to delegate executive functions; Power to give directions; Power to make appointments; Power to require information; Powers of entry, search and seizure; Power to take samples; Powers concerning codes of practice;
Chapter 12. Substantive and administrative provisions - Part 1 : Introduction; Statutory corporations and other bodies;
Chapter 13. Substantive and administrative provisions - Part 2 : Licensing and registration; Government finance; Taxation;
Chapter 14. Substantive and administrative provisions - Part 3 : Validation; Implementation of international conventions; Tribunals;
Chapter 15. Supplementary provisions : The delegation of legislative power;
Chapter 16. Penal provisions : Introduction; General forms; Parties to offences; Vicarious liability; Corporations; Mens rea and strict liability; Special defences; Evidence by certificate; Presumptions; Onus of proof in relation to exceptions; Punishment; Forfeiture; Provisions supplementary to punishments; Injunctions; Fixed penalty systems;
Chapter 17. Final provisions : Savings and transitional; Repeals; Schedules;
Chapter 18. Amending legislation : Introduction; Techniques of amendment; Comparison of techniques; Drafting direct amendments; Forms;
Chapter 19. Subordinate legislation : Introduction; Drafting subordinate legislation.