Section 2 References to things in writing

After Article 2A of the Insolvency Order (proceedings under EC Regulation: modified definition of property) insert—

“References to things in writing

2B

(1)

A reference in this Order to a thing in writing includes that thing in electronic form.

(2)

Paragraph (1) does not apply to the following provisions—

(a)

Article 97(2) (dissent from arrangement under Article 96);

(b)

Article 103(1) (definition of inability to pay debts; the statutory demand);

(c)

Article 186(1) (inability to pay debts: unpaid creditor for £750 or more);

(d)

Article 187 (inability to pay debts: debt remaining unsatisfied after action brought); and

(e)

Article 242(1) and (2) (definition of “inability to pay”, etc.; the statutory demand).”.

Paragraph 1(2) of Schedule B1 to the Insolvency Order (interpretation) is repealed.