This Order brings into operation with effect from 31st December 1982 the provisions of section 4 of the Forfeiture Act 1982 (Social Security Commissioners to decide whether the forfeiture rule – see section 1(1) of that Act – applies in relation to the right to benefits and advantages under certain legislation relating to social security and pensions).
Sections 6 and 7 of the Act came into operation on the passing of the Act (13th July 1982) and the remaining provisions of the Act on the expiry of three months beginning with that date.