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The Uganda Human Rights Commission Act.

Country/Territory
Uganda
Document type
Legislation
Date
1997
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
General
Keyword
Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Court/tribunal Enforcement/compliance Human rights Institution Special fund
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries
Entry into force notes
Commencement: 2 May, 1997.
Abstract

This Act provides for the appointment of the Chairperson and the other members of the Uganda Human Rights Commission, by the President with the approval of Parliament. It provides for the procedures of settlement of the Commission, its functioning and its composition, including members and staff immunities. Rules are also foreseen with regard to the commission meetings and decision making, as well as with regard to its funding.

Full text
English
Website
www.ilo.org