§ Mr. SutcliffeTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received on the implementation of English language speaking requirements under EU directives on seafarer training; and what progress has been made with implementing the directives. [13425]
§ Mr. Bowis[holding answer 30 January 1997]: We have received four representations on the draft regulations which are intended to implement the English language requirements in directive 94/58/EC. We have also received representation from the European Commission about the implementation of this remaining provision of the directive into UK law. The draft regulations covering the language provision are currently being finalised following consultation.