Weights and Measures Act · s 6

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s 6Weights and measures to be used

(1)

All goods or other things sold by weight shall be sold by the kilogram or any other unit of weight derived therefrom:

Provided that all such goods or other things may be sold by the pound or kati or any unit of weight derived therefrom until such time as the

Minister may by order direct.

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(2)

All goods or other things sold by length or area shall be sold by the metre or any other unit of measurement derived therefrom:

Provided that all such goods or other things may be sold by the yard or any unit of length or area derived therefrom until such time as the Minister may by order direct.

(3)

All goods or other things sold by volume shall be sold by the litre or any unit of volume derived therefrom:

Provided that all such goods or other things may be sold by the gallon or any unit of volume derived therefrom until such time as the Minister may by order direct.