This document establishes the regulatory framework and specific financial charges associated with parochial services within the Church of England. The order was issued by the legislative authority of Great Britain to standardize fee structures across ecclesiastical jurisdictions. It provides the legal basis for the collection of fees for various rites, including baptisms, marriages, and burials, ensuring consistency in administrative practice.

Legal professionals and church administrators utilize this text as a primary reference for compliance with statutory fee requirements. It is regarded as a foundational administrative document for understanding the financial obligations within the Church of England during the 1990 period.