Wrecks: Protection
Commons · Question 3304 · Tabled 20 May 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Kate Osborne
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has considered using the Armed Forces Bill to clarify the legal status of maritime wrecks connected to the United Kingdom’s war effort which are not currently afforded protection comparable to milit
Answer
Answered by Keir Mather, 2 Jun 2026
The sinking of 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 grave sites of those who have be...