Uganda Act 1964 (1964 c 20)

The Uganda Act 1964 was enacted to formalise Uganda's transition from a British protectorate to an independent nation within the Commonwealth. This legislation recognised Uganda's sovereignty and established formal diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and the newly independent Uganda. It specified the arrangements concerning citizenship, including provisions for Ugandans residing in the UK who could apply for British citizenship, and vice versa. Additionally, the Act addressed legal and administrative structures necessary for the smooth transition of authority and affirmed the UK's commitment to supporting Uganda's initial steps as an independent state.

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Uganda Act 1964 (1964 c 20)

The Uganda Act 1964 was enacted to formalise Uganda's transition from a British protectorate to an independent nation within the Commonwealth. This legislation recognised Uganda's sovereignty and established formal diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and the newly independent Uganda. It specified the arrangements concerning citizenship, including provisions for Ugandans residing in the UK who could apply for British citizenship, and vice versa. Additionally, the Act addressed legal and administrative structures necessary for the smooth transition of authority and affirmed the UK's commitment to supporting Uganda's initial steps as an independent state.

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