In this Chapter—

• “the operational period”, in relation to a suspended sentence, means the period specified under—

  1. a

     section 288(1), or

  2. b

     paragraph 13(1)(d)(iii) of Schedule 16 (extension of operational period on breach of order);

• “sentence of imprisonment” does not include a committal for contempt of court or any kindred offence;

• “the supervision period”, in relation to a suspended sentence, means the period (if any) specified under—

  1. a

     section 288(3),

  2. b

     section 294 (review of order), or

  3. c

     paragraph 13(1)(d)(ii) of Schedule 16 (extension of supervision period on breach of order),

  but subject to section 288(5) (extension to allow completion of unpaid work requirement).