(1) In section 1(f) of the Interpretation Act (Northern Ireland) 1954 [1954 c. 33 (N.I.).] (meaning of "statutory provision") -

(a) [deleted]

(b) at the end of sub-paragraph (ii) insert "or", and

(c)  after sub-paragraph (ii) insert -

"(iii) any retained direct EU legislation not falling within sub-paragraph (ii) for the time being in force in Northern Ireland;".

(2) Paragraph (3) applies to an enactment that, before IP completion day, contains a reference to a "statutory provision" as defined by section 1(f) of the Interpretation Act (Northern Ireland) 1954.

(3)The amendments made by paragraph (1) do not affect the reference if the contrary intention appears in the enactment.