Shipping Dues Exemption Act, 1867

Interpretation of terms.

“Dues” :

3. The following words and expressions shall in this Act have the meanings hereby assigned to them, unless there is something in the context inconsistent with such meanings; that is to say,

The word “dues” shall include all tolls, rates, taxes, duties, and imposts levied on ships or on goods carried in ships, except any duties levied by the Commissioners of Customs for the use of Her Majesty :

“Exemption from dues.”

The expression “exemption from dues” shall, in addition to its ordinary meaning, include every privilege of paying smaller dues than the public at large pay under like circumstances.