§ Baroness Anelay of St Johnsasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether their examination of the marine archaeology legislation as part of the review of statutory controls proposed in The Historic 167WA Environment: A Force for Our Future (paragraph 4.38) will include a review of the presentation of historic vessels that are still afloat today. [HL2223]
§ Baroness BlackstoneHistoric vessels still afloat are not covered by the Protection of Wrecks Act 1973 or any other statutory controls, therefore a review of their presentation will not be included in the proposed review of marine archaeology legislation. However, following the important work done by the National Historic Ships Committee in producing its core collection and designated vessel lists, which have provided an invaluable guide to this aspect of our maritime heritage, we are currently considering a policy for the preservation of historic ships.