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Written question asked by Lord Hylton (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Adonis (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 July 2009.


Shipping: Registration

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they will make registration of ships on the British register conditional on reasonable facilities being provided for crews to keep in touch with their families during long sea voyages.
Answer

The Government have no plans to introduce such a condition. The UK ship register is one of the best performing flags in the major port state control regimes with a reputation for maintaining the highest international standards.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
4857; 712 c213WA
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Crew Facilities Registration Standards Shipping
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk