State Immunity Act 1978 (1978 c 33)

This Act established the principles governing the immunity of states and their entities from the jurisdiction of UK courts. It codifies the restrictive theory of state immunity, under which states are immune from suit in the UK except in specified situations such as commercial activities, personal injuries, and property damage. The Act reflects the UK's commitment to balance respect for state sovereignty with the need to adjudicate certain disputes fairly. It has been instrumental in defining the legal boundaries and exceptions concerning foreign states’ interaction with the UK legal system.

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State Immunity Act 1978 (1978 c 33)

This Act established the principles governing the immunity of states and their entities from the jurisdiction of UK courts. It codifies the restrictive theory of state immunity, under which states are immune from suit in the UK except in specified situations such as commercial activities, personal injuries, and property damage. The Act reflects the UK's commitment to balance respect for state sovereignty with the need to adjudicate certain disputes fairly. It has been instrumental in defining the legal boundaries and exceptions concerning foreign states’ interaction with the UK legal system.

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State Immunity Act 1978 (1978 c 33)

Part I Proceedings in United Kingdom by or against other States (ss 1-17)

Part II Judgments against United Kingdom in Convention States (ss 18-19)

Part III Miscellaneous and Supplementary (ss 20-23)

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