# The Medicines (Intra-Uterine Contraceptive Devices) (Appointed Day) Order 1978, Article 2


In this order “intra-uterine contraceptive device” means any instrument, apparatus or appliance for use by being inserted in the uterus of a human being for the purpose of contraception.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1978/1138/article/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/medicines-intra-uterine-contraceptive-devices-appointed-day-order-1978/article-2
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