SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 6 Devolution issues

Part III Proceedings in England and Wales

Reference of devolution issue to High Court or Court of Appeal

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1

A court may refer any devolution issue which arises in proceedings (other than criminal proceedings) before it to the Court of Appeal.

2

Sub-paragraph (1) does not apply to—

a

a magistrates’ court, the Court of Appeal or the House of Lords, or

b

the High Court if the devolution issue arises in proceedings on a reference under paragraph 18.