Explanatory note

This Order makes provision for the modification of the Social Security Act 1975 so as to give effect in England, Wales and Scotland to the agreement (set out in the Schedule) contained in Notes exchanged between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of Australia amending the Agreement contained in the Family Allowances and National Insurance (Australia) Order 1958, the Family Allowances and National Insurance (Australia) Order 1962, and the Social Security (Australia) Order 1975. The principal amendment precludes payment of unemployment benefit under the Agreement to visitors from one country who are on holiday in the other country and who are entitled, under their terms of entry, to work during their stay.