# Oaths Act 1978, Section 6: Form of affirmation.


(1) Subject to subsections (2) and (3) below, every affirmation shall be as follows:—
“I, do solemnly, sincerely and truly declare and affirm,” and then proceed with the words of the oath prescribed by law, omitting any words of imprecation or calling to witness.
(2) Every affirmation in writing shall commence:—
“I, of , do solemnly and sincerely affirm,” and the form in lieu of jurat shall be “Affirmed at this day of 19 , Before me.”
(3) In the case of a jury in solemn proceedings, the affirmation is to be in the following form:
On being asked by the clerk of court: “Do you solemnly, sincerely and truly declare and affirm that you will well and truly try the accused and give a true verdict according to the evidence?”
The jurors who are affirming to reply: “I do”.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1978/19/section/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/oaths-act-1978/section-6
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