- Latest available (Revised)
- Original (As enacted)
This is the original version (as it was originally enacted).
(1)The following section shall be substituted for section 1 of the [1888 c. 46.] Oaths Act 1888:—
Any person who objects to being sworn shall be permitted to make his solemn affirmation instead of taking an oath in all places and for all purposes where an oath is or shall be required by law, which affirmation shall be of the same force and effect as if he had taken the oath.”.
(2)The [1961 c. 21.] Oaths Act 1961 shall extend to Northern Ireland.
(3)The provisions specified in Part III of Schedule 5 below shall cease to have effect.
Latest Available (revised):The latest available updated version of the legislation incorporating changes made by subsequent legislation and applied by our editorial team. Changes we have not yet applied to the text, can be found in the ‘Changes to Legislation’ area.
Original (As Enacted or Made): The original version of the legislation as it stood when it was enacted or made. No changes have been applied to the text.
Access essential accompanying documents and information for this legislation item from this tab. Dependent on the legislation item being viewed this may include:
Use this menu to access essential accompanying documents and information for this legislation item. Dependent on the legislation item being viewed this may include:
Click 'View More' or select 'More Resources' tab for additional information including: