3(1)This paragraph applies for the purposes of this Part of this Schedule.E+W+S
(2)The meaning of collective bargaining given by section 178(1) shall not apply.
(3)References to collective bargaining are to negotiations relating to pay, hours and holidays; but this has effect subject to sub-paragraph (4).
(4)If the parties agree matters as the subject of collective bargaining, references to collective bargaining are to negotiations relating to the agreed matters; and this is the case whether the agreement is made before or after the time when the CAC issues a declaration, or the parties agree, that the union is (or unions are) entitled to conduct collective bargaining on behalf of a bargaining unit.
(5)Sub-paragraph (4) does not apply in construing paragraph 31(3).
(6)Sub-paragraphs (2) to (5) do not apply in construing paragraph 35 or 44.