As it happens, the law is reasonably clear on this point.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
The law is clear that employers must not pay staff in lieu of their statutory minimum holiday.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The law is clear that to do so would be a criminal offence.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Definition of 'law'
law
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singular noun
The law is a system of rules that a society or government develops in order to deal withcrime, business agreements, and social relationships. You can also use the law to refer to the people who work in this system.