A Measure passed by the General Synod of the Church of England to make provision, including provision for the vacation of the benefice, where there has been a serious breakdown of the pastoral relationship between an incumbent and his parishioners or where an incumbent is unable by reason of age or infirmity to discharge adequately the duties attaching to his benefice, and for purposes connected therewith.
[30th June 1977]
Modifications etc. (not altering text)
C1Measure restricted (31.1.2011) by Ecclesiastical Offices (Terms of Service) Measure 2009 (No. 1), ss. 11(6), 13(2) (with s. 9); 2010 No. 8, art. 2
Commencement Information
I1Measure partly in force at Royal Assent. Measure wholly in force at 30.12.1977 see s. 21(3)