§ Ms WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what assessment he has made of the need for additional staff arising from increased incidents following the closure of Hartland maritime rescue sub-centre in 1988.
§ Mr. NorrisFollowing the closure of Hartland maritime rescue sub-centre in 1988, staff complements were increased in the Maritime rescue co-ordination centre Seansea and an extra sector post established in the north Devon area. Experience since indicates that no additional staff are necessary.