Main Elements of the Order

6.The order contains 46 Articles and 2 Schedules and is divided into 5 Parts. Part I contains introductory provisions. Part II relates to evidence of bad character and Part III to hearsay evidence, whilst Part IV relates to other evidence. Part V relates to saving, supplementary and consequential provisions, orders, consequential amendments and repeals. Schedule 1 contains consequential amendments and Schedule 2 lists provisions to be repealed. Commentary is provided below.