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Child Abduction and Custody Act 1985

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Child Abduction and Custody Act 1985, Section 4 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 18 November 2024. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. Changes that have been made appear in the content and are referenced with annotations. Help about Changes to Legislation

4 Judicial authorities.U.K.

The courts having jurisdiction to entertain applications under the Convention shall be—

(a)in England and Wales or in Northern Ireland the High Court; and

(b)in Scotland the Court of Session.

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C1S. 4 applied (with modifications) (1.3.1997) by S.I. 1996/3156, art. 2, Sch.

S. 4 applied (with modifications) (2.12.1997) by S.I. 1997/2574, art. 2, Sch.

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