(1) Where in any proceedings a statement contained in a document is admissible in evidence by virtue of section 55 or in accordance with section 124, it may be proved—
(a) by the production of that document, or, whether or not that document is still in existence, by the production of a copy of that document, or of the material part of it; and
(b) authenticated in such manner as the court may approve.
(2) For the purpose of deciding whether or not a statement is admissible, the court may draw any reasonable inference—
(a) from the circumstances in which the statement was made or otherwise came into being; or
(b) from any other circumstances, including the form and contents of the document in which the statement is contained.
(3) Provision may be made by rules of court for supplementing sections 55 and 124.