The Protection of Wrecks (Designation) (England) Order 2013
This Order designates a restricted area for the purposes of the Protection of Wrecks Act 1973 within 75 metres from the site of the wreck of an unknown wooden sailing vessel lying in Thorness Bay, off the north coast of the Isle of Wight. Under section 1(3) of that Act it is a criminal offence for a person to engage in certain activities in a restricted area, except under the authority of a licence issued by the Secretary of State.
Lifecycle
Department
Made
03 Jul 2013
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In force
31 Jul 2013
Enabling power
The Secretary of State has consulted such persons as she considers to be appropriate having regard to the purposes of this Order, in accordance with section 1(4) of that Act.
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