§ Question proposed, That the Clause stand part of the Bill.
§ 10.21 a.m.
§ Mr. Simon Wingfield Digby (Dorset, West)In this Clause, which sets out in some detail what the load line rules are to be there appear the words
shall have regard in particular to the Convention of 1966".As I understand it, the purpose of the Bill is to record fairly precisely under regulations the exact terms of the International Convention of a year ago, and I am puzzled, therefore, about the drafting of subsection (1). I hope that the intention is not to depart from the rules which were carefully worked out for the Convention. This does not appear to be covered completely by the phrase "having regard in particular".
§ The Minister of State, Board of Trade (Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu)The intention is to adhere strictly to the rules suggested in the Convention. The expression "having regard to" will cover one or two other points which may not be covered by the Convention.
§ Question put and agreed to.
§ Clause ordered to stand part of the Bill.
§ Clauses 3 to 23 ordered to stand part of the Bill.