Shipping: English Channel
2026-06-24 · Department for Transport · 13291 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, how many vessels have transited the channel under a false flag since 24 March 2026.
Answer
The Government continuously monitors UK waters to ensure the safety of mariners, protect the marine environment and uphold the UK's national security. Where steps are required to verify the flag status of a vessel, this is done on a case-by-case basis in ...