Saving provisions- time limits in solemn proceedings

regulation 2 + 2.—(1) Notwithstanding the expiry of paragraph 20 of the schedule of the 2022 Act in accordance with section 52(1) of that Act(1), the modifications of the 1995 Act contained in that paragraph continue to have effect in respect of any criminal proceedings in which the accused first appeared on petition prior to the end of 30 November 2025.

(2) Notwithstanding the expiry of paragraph 22 of the schedule of the 2022 Act in accordance with section 52(1) of that Act, the modifications of the 1995 Act contained in that paragraph continue to have effect in respect of any criminal proceedings in which the accused was committed until liberated in due course of law prior to the end of 30 November 2025.