HC Deb 14 May 1958 vol 588 c24W
51. Dr. Bennett

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation if he will use his default powers to institute proceedings against the oil tanker responsible for the massive escape of oil into Southampton Water from alongside Fawley jetty last week, in view of the extent of damage to persons, clothes, vessels and installations that has been so caused and of the time that has elapsed since the commission of this offence.

Mr. Neave

My right hon. Friend is in touch with the Southampton Harbour Board about the institution of proceedings in this case.