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Explanatory note

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(This note is not part of the Order)

This Order continues in force the temporary provisions of the Northern Ireland (Emergency Provisions) Act 1978, except section 12 and Schedule 1 (which relate to the detention of terrorists), for a period of six months beginning with 25th January 1987. These provisions are currently in force by virtue of the Northern Ireland (Emergency Provisions) Act 1978 (Continuance) (No. 2) Order 1986 (S.I. 1986/1146).