# The Extradition (Torture) Order 1991, Paragraph 1


There shall be established a Committee against Tortue (hereinafter referred to as the Committee) which shall carry out the functions hereinfter provided. The Committee shall consist of ten experts of high moral standing and recognized competence in the field of human rights, who shall serve in their personal capacity. The experts shall be elected by the States Parties, consideration being given to equitable geographical distribution and to the usefulness of the participation of some persons having legal experience.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1991/1702/schedule/1/part/II/crossheading/1/paragraph/1 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/extradition-torture-order-1991/schedule-1/part-II/crossheading-1/paragraph-1
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