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Sets out the terms of reference for an independent review into how connectivity across the UK can support economic growth and quality of life.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in July 2016.
This year saw extensive revision of both the port marine safety code (PMSC) and the guide to good practice on port marine operations (GTGP).
This treaty was presented to Parliament in September 2021.
The concierge service helps maritime businesses to interact with government departments.
Provides shipowners with links to information to maintain awareness of hazards and risks which are causing accidents to inform risk assessments and procedures.
Draft regulations to implement international safety requirements for bulk carriers.
The notice outlines guidance and procedure for obtaining an exemption from requirements of merchant shipping and fishing vessel (control of noise at work) regulations 2007.
Research match-funding to establish a Clean Maritime Research Hub to address early research challenges in clean maritime.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency answers the questions we've received about how to get a certificate of medical fitness, and why it's important.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in August 2025.
These draft notices advise on the application and effect of the draft Merchant Shipping (High Speed Craft) Regulations 2022 which are subject to approval by Parliament, and could change.
The 2014 MLC regulations form part of the UK's approach to ensuring the safety and protection of seafarers on UK flagged vessels and foreign flagged vessels whilst in the UK.
News and updates on the changes to MCA survey and inspection.
Amendment 1 outlines the circumstances to repatriate fishermen and the provisions, including the fishermen’s relief and maintenance, whilst awaiting and during repatriation.
This leaflet provides information for people who have been requested by MAIB to attend an interview following a marine accident.
List of surveyors authorised to conduct registration surveys of fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall built before 16 July 2007
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation: court hearings from January 2016.
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation: court hearings from January 2017.
Guidance for fishermen on how to correctly fit a HRU
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