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Article 2 Interpretation

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(1)

In this order, unless the context otherwise requires—

  • “the Act” means the London Government Act 1963;

  • “the Act of 1948” means the National Assistance Act 1948;

  • “the Common Council” means the Common Council of the City of London;

  • “the Minister” means the Minister of Health;

  • “London borough” includes the City of London;

and references, however worded, to a London borough council include the Common Council.

(2)

Unless the context otherwise requires, references in this order to the provisions of any enactment, regulation or order shall be construed as references to those provisions as amended or re-enacted by any subsequent enactment, regulation or order.

(3)

The Interpretation Act 1889 applies to the interpretation of this order as it applies to the interpretation of an Act of Parliament.