Guvnor
UK Act of Parliament 1973 United Kingdom

Protection of Wrecks Act 1973

View on legislation.gov.uk →

At a glance

obligations
2
penalties
3
can imprison
1

Enforced by

HES

Source status

Primary legislation · United Kingdom · In force

Linked content

2 compliance obligations

Key facts and requirements

What this Act requires of businesses, grouped by the kind of obligation.

Offences and prohibitions

  • Enter a prohibited area around a dangerous wreck 2 years imprisonment s.002
  • Unauthorised interference with protected historic wreck sites Unlimited fine s.001

Enforcement and responsible bodies

The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.

HES

Primary

Historic Environment Scotland

Investigates, cares for, and promotes Scotland's historic environment. Designates listed buildings, scheduled monuments, and conservation areas in Scotland.

Explore more

Browse legislation

Find other UK business legislation with related guidance.

Regulators

Learn more about the bodies that enforce this legislation.