Trumped “absolutely magnificent” by Bob Katter, the maiden speech of Queensland senator Fraser Anning has stirred the hearts and minds of Australians on the “problem” of migration. For every problem there is a solution. In this case, Anning offers us “the final solution”. Suddenly, those hearts stirred are now in people’s mouths and stomachs turn;…

No this is not an article about sadomasochism (try not to look so disappointed!) but contract law. Legal theorists like to think that a party is free to contract with another party. The common law however places a number of restrictions on contracts. This does not just include contracts to carry out illegal acts, although…