§ Mrs. Ray MichieTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport when he expects to publish the results of the inquiry into the sinking of the vessel Antares from Carradale; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. McLoughlin[holding answer 4 March 1991]: I understand that the inspector's inquiry is likely to be completed by the early summer.
Under the Merchant Shipping (Accident Investigation) Regulations, a minimum of two months will then be needed while the report is considered by persons whose reputations are likely to be adversely affected. Unless the Secretary of State finds good reason not to publish, this will follow as soon as possible after the chief inspector has submitted his final report.