The Methodist Church in Ireland Act, 1928

Extension of limits of Appointments by Conference.

5.—The Conference, in accordance with its constitution for the time being, shall continue to make all appointments from year to year, but it shall be lawful for the Conference—notwithstanding anything contained in the deed poll or any other deed or instrument—to appoint any Minister

(a) To the use and enjoyment of any chapel or premises belonging to, or held in trust for the purposes of, the Church for five years successively or such other period as may be fixed by the constitution for the time being.

(b) To any institution or department or to the use and enjoyment of any premises declared by the Conference to be used for the purpose of a mission for any number of years successively.