UK Statutory Instrument
2011
United Kingdom
The Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) Regulations 2011
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What this Act requires
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Interpretation of Part 1
Application of Part 1
Inspection commitment
Initial inspections and more detailed inspections
Expanded inspection of certain ships
Report of inspection to the master
Professional profile of inspectors
Rectification and detention
Refusal of access
Power to issue refusal of access notice
Effect of refusal of access notice
Power to permit prohibited ships to enter port
Rights of appeal and compensation
Arbitration
Compensation for unjustified detention
Prohibition on detained ships requiring repair from entering port
Power to permit detained ships to proceed to repair yard
Duty on pilots and port authorities to report anomalies
Duty on port authorities to report ship arrivals and departures,
Complaints
Costs
Offences
(1) Subject to paragraph (2) below, regulations 15 and 16...
(1) Ships when in ports in the United Kingdom, and...
(1) The Secretary of State must from time to time—...
Enforcement and responsible bodies
The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.
Maritime and Coastguard Agency
Maritime safety regulator responsible for implementing UK and international maritime law. Provides 24-hour search and rescue coordination. Issues certifications for ships and …
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