Hague Convention (1980) on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction: accession of Jamaica
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Last active 25 Nov 2021
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
This proposal lets EU countries accept Jamaica into the international child-abduction return system.
Who it affects
It affects children and parents involved in cross-border wrongful removal or retention between Jamaica and EU Member States, except Denmark.
Core of the proposal
- Authorises EU Member States to accept Jamaica’s accession to the 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention.
- Requires Member States to deposit a standard declaration accepting Jamaica’s accession within twelve months of adoption.
- Makes the Convention applicable between Jamaica and accepting EU Member States, excluding Denmark.
- Requires Member States to notify the Council and Commission after depositing their declarations.
Key provisions
- Takes effect
- The Decision enters into force on the specified day following its publication in the Official Journal.
- Transitional law
- Member States must deposit the acceptance declaration within twelve months after the Decision is adopted.
Latest update
07 Jun 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
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Documents
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