# Geneva Conventions Act 1957, Chapter Article 12—: The distinctive emblem


Under the direction of the competent authority concerned, the distinctive emblem of the red cross, red crescent or red lion and sun on a white ground shall be displayed by medical and religious personnel and medical units, and on medical transports. It shall be respected in all circumstances. It shall not be used improperly.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/Eliz2/5-6/52/schedule/SIXTH/part/III/chapter/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/geneva-conventions-act-1957/schedule-SIXTH/part-III/chapter-6
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