Restitution of art and cultural objects: a reassessment of the role of limitation
Series: Art Antiquity and Law ; 6(1) March 2001, 1-17(17)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: Considers the case for the introduction of special limitation periods for the restitution of stolen cultural property in the UK. At present no special provision exists in England or Scotland. Considers examples of international regimes, including one in California, which do provide for special limitation periods. Discusses whether the UK should adopt a sui generis limitation period. Cites recent official British thinking, which largely supports the case for special provision. Contends the case for legislation is a strong one, and presents some starting points for English and Scottish discussion.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS64464 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 115003-1001 |
Considers the case for the introduction of special limitation periods for the restitution of stolen cultural property in the UK. At present no special provision exists in England or Scotland. Considers examples of international regimes, including one in California, which do provide for special limitation periods. Discusses whether the UK should adopt a sui generis limitation period. Cites recent official British thinking, which largely supports the case for special provision. Contends the case for legislation is a strong one, and presents some starting points for English and Scottish discussion.