12Variation of trusts

12 Variation of trusts

12 Variation of trusts

(1) The Trust may by resolution declare that, in its opinion, it has become impossible or inexpedient to carry out or observe the terms of a trust of property vested in it, whether as to its purpose or any other of its terms.

(2) The Trust may by the same or a later resolution declare that the property is subject to another trust and if so—

(a) the replaced trust ceases and determines, and

(b) the property is to be held subject to the other trust.

(3) In making such a resolution the Trust must ensure that the property is to be dealt with as nearly as may be possible for the purposes for which the property was held immediately before the resolution.

(4) The Trust may by resolution declare that, in its opinion, it is impossible or inexpedient to deal with the property in accordance with subsection (3) because of circumstances arising after the creation of the replaced trust.

(5) On making a resolution under subsection (4), the Trust may hold, dispose of or otherwise deal with and apply the property for such purposes for the use and benefit of the Church as the Trust declares by resolution.

s 12: Am 2003 No 67, Sch 1 [9]–[11]; 2025 No 15, Sch 2[8]–[10].