SI 2010/1228. With an explanatory memorandum from the Department for Transport. Coming into force in accordance with regulation 1.

SI 2010/1228. With an explanatory memorandum from the Department for Transport. Coming into force in accordance with regulation 1.

SI 2010/1110. With an explanatory memorandum from the Department for Transport. Coming into force in accordance with paragraphs (2) and (3) of regulation 1.

SI 2010/1110. With an explanatory memorandum from the Department for Transport. Coming into force in accordance with paragraphs (2) and (3) of regulation 1.

SI 2010/1075. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 20 April 2010.

SI 2010/1075. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 20 April 2010.

SI 2010/895. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 20 April 2010.

SI 2010/895. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 20 April 2010.

SI 2010/897. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 1 May 2010.

SI 2010/897. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 1 May 2010.

SI 2010/680. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 6 April 2010.

SI 2010/680. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 6 April 2010.

SI 2010/629. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 31 March 2010.

SI 2010/629. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 31 March 2010.

The debate is about a matter of unashamed local concern rather than major national concern, although it affects not only my constituents in West Dorset, but those of other hon. Members in nearby constituencies—one such Member is seeking to enter the debate and will do so when she chooses. The...

The debate is about a matter of unashamed local concern rather than major national concern, although it affects not only my constituents in West Dorset, but those of other hon. Members in nearby constituencies—one such Member is seeking to enter the debate and will do so when she chooses. The...

I congratulate the right hon. Gentleman on securing the debate and for representing that wonderful coastline. I, too, have received one of those bland letters in response to inquiries about the tankers. Dorset Wildlife Trust's head office is in my constituency, so I am here representing the views of my...

I congratulate the right hon. Gentleman on securing the debate and for representing that wonderful coastline. I, too, have received one of those bland letters in response to inquiries about the tankers. Dorset Wildlife Trust's head office is in my constituency, so I am here representing the views of my...

As I was saying, it is not just one process that is relied on to ensure that the protection and procedures that are needed are in place: there tends to be a multilayered or multifaceted process. The MCA is an important part of that process. I accept that there can...

As I was saying, it is not just one process that is relied on to ensure that the protection and procedures that are needed are in place: there tends to be a multilayered or multifaceted process. The MCA is an important part of that process. I accept that there can...

Does the Minister accept that the MCA's supervision of Lyme bay, although no doubt welcome, was already in place in the not-too-distant past when a minor disaster happened involving a cargo vessel, not a tanker? He will be fully aware of that. Does he accept therefore that it must be...

Does the Minister accept that the MCA's supervision of Lyme bay, although no doubt welcome, was already in place in the not-too-distant past when a minor disaster happened involving a cargo vessel, not a tanker? He will be fully aware of that. Does he accept therefore that it must be...

I was coming on to this. International guidance on the proximity of vessels to each other would provide cover in that regard. I will mention the role of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency in maintaining and keeping a close eye on the necessary provisions in respect of ships at anchor...

I was coming on to this. International guidance on the proximity of vessels to each other would provide cover in that regard. I will mention the role of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency in maintaining and keeping a close eye on the necessary provisions in respect of ships at anchor...

Does the Minister accept that what he has just said amounts to saying that, as things stand—I am not suggesting that this would occur at any time in the near future—if 100 large tankers decided to spend a year stationed outside Lyme bay, he would have no basis on which...

Does the Minister accept that what he has just said amounts to saying that, as things stand—I am not suggesting that this would occur at any time in the near future—if 100 large tankers decided to spend a year stationed outside Lyme bay, he would have no basis on which...

Before the right hon. Gentleman jumps to his feet, I will deal with the threat issue. There are a couple of points that I would make about Lyme bay. First, there are designated anchorages within the limits of Tor Bay harbour that are controlled by the harbour authority. They are...

Before the right hon. Gentleman jumps to his feet, I will deal with the threat issue. There are a couple of points that I would make about Lyme bay. First, there are designated anchorages within the limits of Tor Bay harbour that are controlled by the harbour authority. They are...

Will the Minister give way?

Will the Minister give way?

It is a privilege to serve under your chairmanship this afternoon, Mr. Bayley. I congratulate the right hon. Member for West Dorset (Mr. Letwin) on securing this important debate. He said at the beginning of his speech that the matter does not affect everyone but that it is important. I...

It is a privilege to serve under your chairmanship this afternoon, Mr. Bayley. I congratulate the right hon. Member for West Dorset (Mr. Letwin) on securing this important debate. He said at the beginning of his speech that the matter does not affect everyone but that it is important. I...

I am grateful to the hon. Lady, and a little envious that the headquarters of the Dorset Wildlife Trust is in her constituency. I must make a mental note to encourage that admirable organisation to move to my constituency. I accept entirely that she and I are actuated by the...

I am grateful to the hon. Lady, and a little envious that the headquarters of the Dorset Wildlife Trust is in her constituency. I must make a mental note to encourage that admirable organisation to move to my constituency. I accept entirely that she and I are actuated by the...

Westminster Hall adjournment debate on tankers (Lyme Bay).

Westminster Hall adjournment debate on tankers (Lyme Bay).

To ask Her Majesty's Government when they will publish the update to Marine Guidance Note 298.

To ask Her Majesty's Government when they will publish the update to Marine Guidance Note 298.

SI 2010/330. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 6 April 2010.

SI 2010/330. With an explanatory memorandum and impact assessment from the Department for Transport. Coming into force 6 April 2010.