United Nations Personnel Act 1997 (1997 c 13)

This Act was introduced to implement the Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associated Personnel. It ensures legal protection for UN and associated personnel operating in the UK and during their missions abroad. The legislation criminalises attacks on such personnel, assigning severe penalties, and establishes jurisdiction for prosecuting such offences. The Act plays a crucial role in safeguarding the lives and integrity of those working under the UN mandate, ensuring that the UK complies with international obligations to protect individuals dedicated to global peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.

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United Nations Personnel Act 1997 (1997 c 13)

This Act was introduced to implement the Convention on the Safety of United Nations and Associated Personnel. It ensures legal protection for UN and associated personnel operating in the UK and during their missions abroad. The legislation criminalises attacks on such personnel, assigning severe penalties, and establishes jurisdiction for prosecuting such offences. The Act plays a crucial role in safeguarding the lives and integrity of those working under the UN mandate, ensuring that the UK complies with international obligations to protect individuals dedicated to global peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.

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United Nations Personnel Act 1997 (1997 c 13)

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