http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1982/1532/article/1/madeThe Taking of Hostages Act 1982 (Commencement) Order 1982WestlawKing's Printer of Acts of Parliament2011-04-05FUGITIVE CRIMINAL PREVENTION AND SUPPRESSION OF TERRORISM1The Taking of Hostages Act 1982 shall come into force on 26th November 1982.