Paragraph 1 InterpretationI1

In this Schedule—

• “the Certification Officer” has the same meaning as in the 1992 Act (see section 254 of that Act);

• “the commencement date” means 18th February 2026;

• “employers’ association” has the same meaning as in the 1992 Act (see section 122 of that Act);

• “trade union” has the same meaning as in the 1992 Act (see section 1 of that Act).