# Public Order (Amendment) Act (Northern Ireland) 1970, Introduction: Introductory text


An Act to make further provision for the maintenance of public order and the prevention of disturbance of lawful public processions and public meetings; to prohibit the wearing of uniforms in connection with political objects and the maintenance by private persons of associations of a military or similar character; to prohibit the carrying of offensive weapons in public places without lawful authority or reasonable excuse; and for purposes connected with those matters.
[5th February 1970]

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/apni/1970/4/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/public-order-amendment-act-northern-ireland-1970/introduction
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