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Interpretation Act 1978 (1978 c 30)

The Interpretation Act 1978 serves as a crucial legislative tool to facilitate the interpretation and application of other UK statutes. This Act clarifies and standardises the meaning of common terms and phrases used in legislation, ensuring consistency and aiding legal comprehension. It applies to both past and future legislation unless specifically excluded. Key highlights include definitions of legislative terms, provisions for gender-neutral language, and rules on the computation of time. Its main development is replacing multiple outdated interpretation acts to streamline statutory interpretation, thus enhancing overall legislative clarity and coherence.

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Interpretation Act 1978 (1978 c 30)

The Interpretation Act 1978 serves as a crucial legislative tool to facilitate the interpretation and application of other UK statutes. This Act clarifies and standardises the meaning of common terms and phrases used in legislation, ensuring consistency and aiding legal comprehension. It applies to both past and future legislation unless specifically excluded. Key highlights include definitions of legislative terms, provisions for gender-neutral language, and rules on the computation of time. Its main development is replacing multiple outdated interpretation acts to streamline statutory interpretation, thus enhancing overall legislative clarity and coherence.

Quick and comprehensive access to the most accurate, up-to-date legislation.

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Interpretation Act 1978 (1978 c 30)

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