§ 29. Mr. Diamondasked the Minister of Transport what action he is proposing to take arising out of the formal investigation into the stranding of the "B.P. Explorer" in the River Severn when five men lost their lives.
§ Vice-Admiral Hughes HallettI have now received the report of the Wreck Commissioner who, at my right hon. Friend's request, held a formal investigation at Gloucester into this casualty. The court made no recommendations but suggested that consideration should be given to the establishment of a new navigation authority for the Severn above Bristol and Newport. This suggestion needs careful consideration and we shall, of course, examine it fully in consultation with the other bodies who exercise authority over this part of the River Severn.