234 Power to pass over adjoining land
Merchant Shipping Act 1995 (1995 c 21) | Legislation

234  Power to pass over adjoining land

(1)     In circumstances where this section applies by virtue of section 231 in relation to any vessel, all persons may, subject to subsections (3) and (4) below, for the purpose of—

(a)     rendering assistance to the vessel,

(b)     saving the lives of shipwrecked persons, or

(c)     saving the cargo or equipment of the vessel,

pass and repass over any adjoining land without being subject to interruption by the owner or occupier

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