Written question asked by Carla Denyer (Green Party) on Thursday, 22 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 January 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Friday, 30 January 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Harbours, Docks and Piers Clauses Act
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what plans her Department has to (a) review and (b) update the Harbour, Docks and Piers Clauses Act 1847.
- Answer
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At present there are no plans to review or update the Harbour, Docks and Piers Clauses Act 1847. Whilst the Department for Transport continues to ensure that the UK’s maritime legislation is fit for purpose, there has been no pressing need identified to warrant parliamentary time to review this Act.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 107823
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Ports Piers
- Legislation
- Harbours, Docks and Piers Clauses Act 1847
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- 2026-01-30 11:16:17 +0000
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