 A key idea of democracy is that " people may consent to be governed by laws made by ... democratically elected representatives " . Judges are required to interpret statutes in a manner that gives " effect to the intent and will of Parliament " . By interpreting statutes according to Parliament 's intention , the judiciary upholds the notion of representative democracy as it makes sure that the people are ruled accurately by the laws made by their elected leaders . Thus , the role of judges in interpretation is essential to democracy . 
