Family Law Act 1996

4In paragraphs 2 and 3—

  • “decree” means a decree of divorce (whether a decree nisi or a decree which has been made absolute) or a decree of judicial separation;

  • “instrument” includes any deed, will or other instrument or document

  • “petition” means a petition for a decree of divorce or a petition for a decree of judicial separation; and

  • “subordinate legislation” has the same meaning as in the [1978 c. 30.] Interpretation Act 1978.