§ Mr. MackinlayTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the extent of trespass by divers, collectors and archaeologists on the site of(a) HMS Repulse and (b) HMS Prince of Wales and the associated war graves; and what action he is taking to stop such activities. [146063]
§ Dr. Moonie[holding answer 23 January 2001]: We are aware of several reported diving expeditions that have taken place in the vicinity of both HMS Prince of Wales and Repulse.
Our High Commission in Singapore and Malaysia where possible will continue to monitor the situation locally.