HC Deb 24 April 1985 vol 77 c453W
Mr. Ottaway

asked the Secretary of State for Transport whether he will hold a formal investigation into the loss of the sailing vessel Marques near Bermuda in June 1984.

Mr. Ridley

Yes. In view of the public concern over the loss of this vessel and the loss of life I am taking the necessary measures for the holding of a public formal investigation into the circumstances of this casualty.