Clause in United Kingdom

Definition of Clause

In accordance with the work A Dictionary of Law, this is a description of Clause :

1. A subdivision of a document. A clause of a written contract contains a term or provision of the contract. Clauses are usually numbered consecutively (1, 2, etc.); subclauses may follow a clause, numbered 1.1, 1.1.1, etc.

2. A section of a *Bill.