SS Richard Montgomery

Department for Transport written question – answered am ar 5 Awst 2024.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Lord Berkeley Lord Berkeley Llafur

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to recent reports of further degradation of the structure of the SS Richard Montgomery, what precautions are planned to make safe the explosives in the ship.

Photo of Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill Minister of State (Department for Transport)

There is no indication that the further degradation of the structure of the SS Richard Montgomery, which is to be expected given the vessel’s age and location, has increased the risk associated with the wreck.

Following expert advice, work continues to reduce the height of the wreck’s three masts.

We will continue to monitor the site and undertake detailed surveys to assess the wreck’s condition which will inform future management strategies.

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