Reserve and Auxiliary Forces (Protection of Civil Interests) Act 1951 (1951 c 65)

The 1951 Act was created to protect the civil and employment rights of members of the UK's reserve and auxiliary forces when they are called up for active duty or training. Key highlights include protections against dismissal from civilian jobs due to military duties and ensuring the continuity of employment benefits. The legislation aimed to address the challenges faced by reservists and auxiliary personnel, promoting their economic stability and encouraging enlistment by mitigating the adverse effects of their service on their civilian lives. This Act played a crucial role during post-World War II military restructuring.

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Reserve and Auxiliary Forces (Protection of Civil Interests) Act 1951 (1951 c 65)

The 1951 Act was created to protect the civil and employment rights of members of the UK's reserve and auxiliary forces when they are called up for active duty or training. Key highlights include protections against dismissal from civilian jobs due to military duties and ensuring the continuity of employment benefits. The legislation aimed to address the challenges faced by reservists and auxiliary personnel, promoting their economic stability and encouraging enlistment by mitigating the adverse effects of their service on their civilian lives. This Act played a crucial role during post-World War II military restructuring.

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Reserve and Auxiliary Forces (Protection of Civil Interests) Act 1951 (1951 c 65)

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