(1)This Act may be cited as the Taking of Hostages Act 1982.
(2)This Act shall come into force on such day as Her Majesty may by Order in Council appoint.
Modifications etc. (not altering text)
C1Power of appointment conferred by section 6(2) fully exercised: 26.11.1982 appointed by S.I. 1982/1532, art. 1