Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Friday, 28 January 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 11 February 2022. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Thursday, 10 February 2022 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Lifeboats
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the lifeboat accident on the research ship Sir David Attenborough, whether they plan to review legislation relating to (1) hook release problems, and (2) wire and brake failures, leading to difficulties of recovering free-fall life boats once they have been launched onto the water.
- Answer
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The Marine Accident Investigation Branch is currently investigating this incident. Their world-class inspectors will uncover its causes and make recommendations to prevent reoccurrence. The Government will consider its response once the investigation is complete.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL5778
- Session
- 2021-22
- Subjects
- Lifeboats
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- 2022-02-10 12:20:57 +0000
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