The claimants were the relatives of fishermen who had died at sea when their vessel capsized. They alleged that the ship filed to meet the statutory criteria for stability, and that the defendants were negligent and in breach of statutory duty to them. The court held that the statute and regulations provided clear remedies by way of fines and registration and certification. There was no provision for creating any civil liability toward the claimants, and the claim failed.
Judges:
Aikens J
Citations:
Times 20-Aug-2001
Statutes:
Fishing Vessels (Safety Provisions) Rules 1975 (1975 No 333), Fishing Vessels (Safety Provisions) Act 1970, Merchant Shipping Act 1995 121
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Personal Injury, Transport
Updated: 30 May 2022; Ref: scu.160183
