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HMS President

Commons · Question 28689 · Tabled 10 Sep 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 16 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she is taking to ensure that the Port of London Authority takes account of the historical significance of nationally important vessels when making decisions affecting their future.

Answer

Answered by Keir Mather, 16 Sep 2026

The department has not discussed HMS President with the Port of London Authority. In general, the department does not discuss heritage matters with the PLA, unless there is a need from the PLA for the department to act on its behalf. The PLA is a trust po...