# The Maximum Number of Judges Order 1996, Introduction: Introductory text


SUPREME COURT OF ENGLAND AND WALES
Made 24th April 1996
Coming into force 25th April 1996
At the Court at Windsor Castle, the 24th day of April 1996
Present,
The Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty in Council
Whereas a draft of the following Order was laid before Parliament, and approved by resolution of each House of Parliament:
Now, therefore, Her Majesty, in exercise of the power conferred on Her by section 2(4) of the Supreme Court Act 1981, is pleased, by and with the advice of Her Privy Council, to order, and it is hereby ordered, as follows: —

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1996/1142/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/maximum-number-of-judges-order-1996/introduction
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