2.—(1) The provisions of this Order apply only to so much of the provisions of enactments and instruments referred to herein as extend or apply to England or Wales.
(2) Nothing in this Order shall prejudice the effect of any regulations under section 117(8) of the Local Government Finance Act 1988 or order under section 147 of that Act or regulations under section 149 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 made before the making of this Order.