HL Deb 19 June 1986 vol 476 c1158WA
Lord Kennet

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What discussions they have had with the major oil companies on the subject of their apparent intention to abolish the Contract Regarding An Interim Supplement To Tanker Liability For Oil Production (CRISTAL) and what advice they have given them on the subject.

The Earl of Caithness

My officials have had discussions with interested parties including the Oil Companies International Marine Forum and certain oil companies about developments on CRISTAL and related matters. Her Majesty's Government is not however a party to the contract, and my officials have offered no advice on the subject.