# Perpetuities and Accumulations Act 2009, Section 6: Start of perpetuity period


(1) The perpetuity period starts when the instrument referred to in section 1(2) to (6) takes effect; but this is subject to subsections (2) and (3).
(2) If section 1(2), (3) or (4) applies and the instrument is made in the exercise of a special power of appointment the perpetuity period starts when the instrument creating the power takes effect; but this is subject to subsection (3).
(3) If section 1(2), (3) or (4) applies and—
(a) the instrument nominates benefits under a relevant pension scheme, or
(b) the instrument is made in the exercise of a power of advancement arising under a relevant pension scheme,
the perpetuity period starts when the member concerned became a member of the scheme.
(4) The member concerned is the member in respect of whose interest in the scheme the instrument is made.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2009/18/section/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/perpetuities-and-accumulations-act-2009/section-6
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