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Written question asked by Virginia Crosbie (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2020. It was answered by Andrew Stephenson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 September 2020 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Jet Skis: Accidents

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps he plans to take to help prevent accidents as a result of collisions between jet skis and boats.

Answer

Local and harbour authorities already have powers to introduce measures controlling personal water craft and boat use in the waters they manage. They are best placed to consider what provisions are necessary in their local areas to ensure safety and deliver an appropriate balance between the requirements and priorities of different water users.

While the majority of personal watercraft riders use their craft sensibly and safely, we are currently considering the introduction of new enforcement measures to ensure that any who willfully or neglectfully cause accidents or endanger the safety of others can be prosecuted.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
82606
Session
2019-21
Related items
Jet Skis: Accidents
Tuesday, 13 October 2020
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Accidents Boats Jet skis
Link
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