HC Deb 29 February 1956 vol 549 c123W
58. Mr. Skeffington

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he is aware that the provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1894, are inapplicable to the circumstances of the present claim of the Government of Bermuda for certain wreck treasure; and if he will instruct the Government to discontinue this claim.

Mr. Hare

The legal position is not free from doubt and is being investigated. Meanwhile the Bermuda Government have no reason to discontinue their claim.

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