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Written question asked by Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 13 April 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 April 2016. It was answered by Robert Goodwill (Conservative) on Friday, 22 April 2016 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Shipping: Polar Regions

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what consultation there has been with the Scottish Government on the implementation of the Polar Code from 1 January 2017.

Answer

The Government has not yet implemented the Polar Code which is due to enter into force next year. However, we will formally consult all stakeholders, including the Scottish Government, before we introduce the UK Regulations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
33776
Session
2015-16
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Scotland Shipping Polar regions
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk