HC Deb 25 March 1983 vol 39 c515W
Mr. Prescott

asked the Minister for Trade when he expects to issue regulations on medical examination of seamen on vessels under 1,600 tonnes; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Sproat

When the standards of training, certification and watchkeeping convention enters into force, the proposed medical examination regulations will be extended to masters and seamen on seagoing ships under 1,600 tons to the extent required for compliance with that convention.