North Sea Vessel Collision Debate

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North Sea Vessel Collision

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Syria
Thursday 13th March 2025

(2 weeks, 6 days ago)

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Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill Portrait Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Lab)
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I concur with the noble Lord, and I will.

Lord Winston Portrait Lord Winston (Lab)
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My Lords, these vessels have massive momentum due to their huge size. Can the Minister please inform the House whether there are speed limits of any kind in these shipping lanes, particularly off the coast or near ports such as Hull?

Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill Portrait Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Lab)
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I am not aware of the answer to the noble Lord’s question, so I will write to him.

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