(1)In this Act “scientific research” means research and development in any of the sciences (including the social sciences) or in technology.
(2)Nothing in this Act shall prejudice or affect any power to amend or revoke the charters of any Research Council, or any power of Her Majesty to grant new charters, or affect the operation of any amendment made or charter granted after the passing of this Act.
(3)The enactments mentioned in Schedule 4 to this Act are hereby repealed to the extent specified in the third column of that Schedule, with effect in each case from such day as Her Majesty may by Order in Council appoint.
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C1Power of appointment conferred by s. 6(3) not exercised in relation to unrepealed entry in Sch. 4