# The Protection of Wrecks (RMS Titanic) Order 2003, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

MERCHANT SHIPPING
CASUALTIES, WRECK AND SALVAGE
Made 29th September 2003
Laid before Parliament 1st October 2003
Coming into force in accordance with article 1(2)
The Secretary of State for Transport, in exercise of the powers conferred upon him by section 24(1) and (2) of the Merchant Shipping and Maritime Security Act 1997, hereby makes the following Order:

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/2496/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/protection-of-wrecks-rms-titanic-order-2003/introduction
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