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This Note sets out the procedure for Conformity Assessment Bodies to follow in seeking designation as a UK Nominated Body under the Merchant Shipping (Marine Equipment) Regulations 2025.
Information on port and navigation authorities’ local regulations and byelaws, and where to obtain further information on them.
Amendments to MSN 1858 yacht requirements to gain an exemption from completing the training record book
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will assume direct responsibility for approving training programs for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and Radio Certification. Currently, this responsibility li…
This MIN outlines recent changes to the electronic reporting requirement for counting persons on board passenger ships.
This notice outlines the official reference standards to which PPE need to comply for working on board ships for specific work activities.
This notice replaces previous Codes and Notices concerning newbuild small workboats, and pilot boats.
This Merchant Shipping Notice forms an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2023 (SI 2023/568) (“the 2023 Regulations”). This Notice is made mandatory by way of reference to it in those Reg…
This Notice is given effect by regulation 8 of the Merchant Shipping (Radio Installations) Regulations 1998 (SI 1998/2070) (“the 1998 Regulations”) and revokes MSN 1714(M).
Text of the SPS code 1983
National Technical Specifications Notices (NTSNs) relating to telematics applications for passenger services (TAP).
Leaflet explaining the differences between alerting technology and location technology.
A to Z list of UK ports of registry, for vessels registering on parts I and IV of the UK Ship Register.
The law on using lightweight transport vehicles which transport one person.
Regulations for manufacturers on constructing and testing prototype vehicles on roads.
Guidelines for the MCA's Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than fast rescue boats) (PSC&RB) yacht-restricted course.
Guidance on arrangements for making, assessing and determining applications to close rail services, stations and infrastructure.
An overview of the interoperability framework and stakeholder obligations at various stages in the lifecycle of a rail project.
Advice about regulations applying to pleasure (sport or recreational) craft.
Summarises the road investment strategy, which outlines the government's long term aspirations for our major roads and motorways.
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