# The Sign Language (2026 Act) (Commencement No. 1) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: N.I.

Sign Language
Made 23rd September 2026
The Department for Communities , in exercise of the powers conferred by section 15 of the Sign Language Act (Northern Ireland) 2026, makes the following Order.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/2026/162/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/sign-language-2026-act-commencement-no-1-order-northern-ireland-2026/introduction
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