11.   This means that the Tribunal has to ask whether the Minister acted reasonably in exercising his discretion to grant a warrant.

12.   To what extent is the constable guided by the law as to how he should exercise his discretion?

13.   What latitude exists for bureaucrats to exercise discretion?

14.   When exercising its discretion the court will have regard to all the circumstances.

15.   Such a wide discretion must be exercised fairly if it is to comply with the requirements of natural justice.

16.   If a participant leaves in other circumstances the option will lapse unless the Directors exercise their discretion to keep it open for a longer period.

17.   In addition, modern legislation often requires official discretion to be exercised before final decisions are made.

18.   The court therefore exercised its discretion and refrained from granting a formal declaration since it would achieve nothing.

19.   While it is clear that the court can and will exercise discretion, it is obviously wise to check on the availability of witnesses before setting down.

20.   If this is not done, the court may exercise its discretion not to sanction the scheme.