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1.22 What is a 'Spouse' for the purposes of the Additional Death Benefit (ADB)?

The Defence Determination 200 — 9/70 states:

'Spouse' has the same meaning as in the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988.

Note: This meaning includes a de facto partner (whether of the same sex or a different sex).


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