HC Deb 17 May 1971 vol 817 c194W
63. Sir R. Russell

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the latest position regarding the draft international convention to prevent the hijacking of aircraft.

Mr. Anthony Royle

The Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Seizure of Aircraft was concluded on 16th December, 1970. It has so far been signed by nearly 60 countries and ratified by one. It will come into force when it has been ratified by 10 signatories.