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s.40D
Application of sections 40A and 40B
(1) Sections 40A and 40B do not apply in relation to a trust if a contrary intention is expressed in the instrument creating the trust or an enactment. (2) Sections 40A and 40B do not apply in relation to a trust created before the commencement date # of those sections in so far as provision to the effect that those sections do not apply is made by a deed executed— (a) if the trust was created by a person who is of full capacity, by that person; or (b) if the trust was created by more than one person, by all the persons who are of full capacity. (3) A deed executed for the purpose of subsection (2) is irrevocable. (4) If a deed is executed for the purpose of subsection (2 )— (a) the deed does not affect anything done before its execution to comply with a direction given under section 40A or 40B ; but (b) a direction given under section 40A or 40B that has not been complied with before the execution of the deed ceases to have effect. (5) Sections 40A and 40B do not apply to the appointment and retirement of a personal representative.