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Explanatory note

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(This note is not part of the Order)

Under section 31(2) of the Northern Ireland Act 1998, as substituted by section 1(2) of the Northern Ireland Assembly (Elections and Periods of Suspension) Act 2003, the date of the poll for the next election of the Northern Ireland Assembly is that specified by the Secretary of State by order. This Order accordingly provides for the poll to be held on 26th November 2003.