Legal Writings (Counterparts and Delivery) (Scotland) Act 2015 Explanatory Notes

1. Introduction

2. The Act – Overview

3. The Act – Commentary on Sections

   1. Execution of documents in counterpart

      1. Section 1: Execution of documents in counterpart

      2. Section 2: Nomination of person to take delivery of counterparts

      3. Section 3: Use of counterparts: electronic documents

   2. Delivery of traditional documents by electronic means

      1. Section 4: Delivery of traditional documents by electronic means

   3. General

      1. Sections 5 to 7: Ancillary provision, commencement and short title

4. Parliamentary History