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Charitable Trusts Act 1957

Schemes in respect of certain charitable trusts

31: Interpretation

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“Important words used in this part of the law”

In this part of the law, unless the context suggests otherwise, you need to understand two important terms:

Registrar: When talking about any scheme, this means the person who works at the High Court office where the scheme is filed. They are in charge of keeping records of these schemes.

Trustees: This word includes more than just regular trustees. It also means executors or administrators. It can even mean any person, company, or group that owns property that is or might be affected by this part of the law.

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Part 3 Schemes in respect of certain charitable trusts

31Interpretation

  1. In this Part, unless the context otherwise requires,—

    Registrar, in relation to any scheme, means the Registrar of the High Court in whose office the scheme is filed

      trustees includes executors or administrators, and any person or persons, body corporate, or association in whom any property is vested that is or may become subject to this Part.

      Compare
      • 1908 No 164 s 14
      • 1928 No 55 s 3
      Notes
      • Section 31 Registrar: amended, on , pursuant to section 12 of the Judicature Amendment Act 1979 (1979 No 124).