Introductory text

PROTECTION OF WRECKS, ENGLAND

Made 23rd May 2006

Laid before Parliament 24th May 2006

Coming into force 14th June 2006

The Secretary of State makes the following Order in exercise of the powers conferred upon her by sections 1(1) and (2) of the Protection of Wrecks Act 1973^f1. In accordance with section 1(1) of that Act she is satisfied that the site identified in article 2 of this Order, is, or may prove to be, the site of a vessel lying wrecked on or in the sea bed and that, on account of the historical, archaeological or artistic importance of the vessel, or of any objects contained or formerly contained in it which may be lying on the sea bed in or near the wreck, the site ought to be protected from unauthorised interference. In accordance with section 1(4) of that Act she has consulted with all persons she considers to be likely to be affected by this Order.