2Powers of archdeacons

(1)

In section 14 of the 1991 Measure (the title to which becomes “ Powers of archdeacons ”), in subsection (1), for the words from the beginning to “in the diocese” substitute “ The archdeacon of every archdeaconry in a diocese shall exercise ”.

(2)

In subsection (2) of that section, for “upon whom such jurisdiction is conferred” substitute “ who exercises jurisdiction under subsection (1) above ”.

(3)

At the end of that section insert—

“(7)

Every archdeacon shall have power to grant a licence authorising, without a faculty, the minor re-ordering of a church in his archdeaconry for a temporary period to such extent and in such manner as may be prescribed.

(8)

The archdeacon may amend or revoke a licence granted under subsection (7) above.”