The expression ‘Treaty’ includes any convention or arrangement.

The expression ‘existing’ means existing at the passing of this Act.

The expression ‘existing constituency’ means any county or borough, or division of a county or borough, or a University returning at the passing of this Act a member or members to serve in Parliament.

The expression ‘duties of excise’ does not include a duty received in respect of any licence whether for the sale of intoxicating liquors or otherwise.

The expression ‘financial year’ means the twelve months ending on the thirty-first day of March.

Short title of Act.

41. This Act may be cited for all purposes as the Irish Government Act, 1886.

SCHEDULES.

First Schedule.