(1)In this Measure “local ecumenical co-operative scheme” means a scheme under which Churches of different denominations agree, in relation to a specified area or institution, to co-operate in matters affecting the mission of, or worship in, those Churches or their ministry, congregational life or buildings.]
[F2(2)In this Measure “appropriate authority” means—
(a)in relation to a Church to which this Measure applies by virtue of section 5, such authority as the Archbishops of Canterbury and York designate in relation to that Church;
(b)in relation to a Church to which this Measure applies by virtue of section 5A, such authority as the bishop who designated the Church under that section designates in relation to it.]
Textual Amendments
F1S. 6(1) substituted (1.2.2019) by Ecumenical Relations Measure 2018 (No. 6), ss. 1(4), 4(3); S.I. 2019/99, art. 2
F2S. 6(2) substituted (1.2.2019) by Ecumenical Relations Measure 2018 (No. 6), ss. 2(2), 4(3); S.I. 2019/99, art. 2