(This note is not part of the Order)
This Order suspends certain provisions of the Constitution of the Turks and Caicos Islands, in particular relating to ministerial government and the House of Assembly. It makes temporary provision in their place for the government of the Islands by the Governor, who may consult an Advisory Council and a Consultative Forum established by the Order. The Order is to expire after two years unless it is continued in force or is sooner revoked by a further Order in Council.