Union of Parishes Act, 1827

When no Church exists, Seisin of the Parish may be given by Delivery of a Sod.

XII. And be it further enacted, That in case it shall happen that there shall not be any Church upon any such Parish or Part of a Parish so becoming vacant, then the Person duly authorized to give Induction shall and may deliver a Sod or Turf to such Clerk, in the Name of Seisin and Possession of such united and newly-erected Parish, which is hereby declared to be a good and valid Induction to all Intents and Purposes whatsoever.