# Matrimonial Homes Act 1983 (repealed 1.10.1997), Paragraph 6

Extent: E+W

In the case of a decree of divorce or nullity of marriage, the date specified in an order under Part II of this Schedule as the date on which the order is to take effect shall not be earlier than the date on which the decree is made absolute.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1983/19/schedule/1/paragraph/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/matrimonial-homes-act-1983-repealed-1101997/schedule-1/paragraph-6
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