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What happens when a statute enacted by Parliament directly conflicts with an existing common law rule created by the courts?

The common law rule automatically overrides the statutory provision. The statutory provision overrides the common law rule under parliamentary sovereignty. The High Court must hold a referendum to resolve the conflict. Both laws remain equally valid and citizens may choose which to follow.

Correct Answer:

The statutory provision overrides the common law rule under parliamentary sovereignty.

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