Introductory Text1.These Rules may be cited as the Magistrates' Courts (Adoption).2.The Magistrates' Courts (Adoption) Rules 1984 (“the 1984 Rules”) shall.3.In — (a) the provisions of the 1984 Rules; and.4.In rule 2(1), at the appropriate places, insert— “children’s guardian”.5.In rule 5, for paragraph (3) substitute—6.In rule 6, for paragraph (4) substitute—7.In rule 17, for paragraph (3) substitute—8.In rule 18, for paragraph (4) substitute—9.After rule 28 insert— Power of court to limit cross-examination.10.In rule 32, after paragraph (5), insert a new paragraph.11.Where— (a) before the coming into force of these Rules.12.Where— (a) before the coming into force of these Rules.SignatureExplanatory Note