Papal Jurisdiction Act 1560
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The Papal Jurisdiction Act 1560 (c. 2) is an Act of the Parliament of Scotland which is still in force. It declares that the Pope has no jurisdiction in Scotland and prohibits any person from seeking any title or right to be exercised in Scotland granted under the authority of the Pope, on pain of proscription, banishment and disqualification from holding any public office or honour.
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Act of Parliament | |
Long title | Concerning the jurisdictioun and autoritie of the bischope of Rome callit the Paip. |
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Citation | 1560 c. 2 |
Territorial extent | Kingdom of Scotland |
Status: Current legislation | |
Text of the Papal Jurisdiction Act 1560 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk. |
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