Warships: Wrecks
Commons · Question 293 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 20 May 2026
Question
Asked by Kim Johnson
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to bring forward legislative proposals to (a) recognise and (b) protect vessels carrying British personnel and civilians and lost to hostile action in a way that is comparable to military mari
Answer
Answered by Keir Mather, 20 May 2026
The sinking of the SS Tilawa, and many other merchant vessels during the world wars, represents a tragic loss of life that we must all strive to remember and reflect upon. It is right that we honour and recognise this sacrifice and strive to ensure the gr...