Commencement
22.It is proposed that the Act be brought into force as soon as is practicable but no later than 1 April 2002 in England. Separate commencement powers are provided for Wales, exercisable by the National Assembly for Wales.
22.It is proposed that the Act be brought into force as soon as is practicable but no later than 1 April 2002 in England. Separate commencement powers are provided for Wales, exercisable by the National Assembly for Wales.
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