Paragraph 24 Chapter VI — Miscellaneous and supplemental

(1)

In section 42(1)–

(a)

after the definition of “certified copy” insert–

““corresponding dependent territory order”, “corresponding dependent territory provision” and similar expressions, in relation to a specified dependent territory, shall be construed in accordance with Schedule 3 to the Family Law Act 1986 (Dependent Territories) Order 1991 as from time to time in force;

“dependent territory” has the meaning given by section 43(2) of this Act;”;

(b)

after the definition of “prescribed” insert–

““specified dependent territory” means a dependent territory for the time being specified in Schedule 1 to the said Order of 1991.”.

(2)

In section 42(2), for “England and Wales or in Northern Ireland” substitute “England and Wales, Northern Ireland or a specified dependent territory”.

(3)

In section 42(4), after paragraph (c) insert–

“(d)

if the proceedings are in a specified dependent territory, means any child who has been treated by both parties as a child of their family, except a child who has been placed with those parties as foster parents by a public authority in that territory.”

(4)

In section 42(6), after paragraph (d) insert–

“and

(e)

an order under a corresponding dependent territory provision.”

(5)

In section 42(7)(a), after “United Kingdom” insert “and any specified dependent territory”.