# The Dangerous Goods in Harbour Areas Regulations 2016, Regulation 21: Vessels and vehicles loaded with explosives to be taken out of harbour areas

Extent: E+W+S

Following the loading of a vessel or a vehicle with explosives, the master of the vessel or the person in charge of the vehicle must remove the vessel or vehicle from the harbour area as soon as is reasonably practicable unless—
(a) the harbour master and berth operator agree that the vessel or vehicle may remain within the harbour area; or
(b) it is less safe for the vessel or vehicle to be outside of the harbour area, in which case the vessel or vehicle is to remain within the harbour area until it is safe for the vehicle or vessel to leave the vicinity.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2016/721/regulation/21 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/dangerous-goods-in-harbour-areas-regulations-2016/regulation-21
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