Made under the Hovercraft Act 1968

1 statutory instrument made using powers in the Hovercraft Act 1968, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.

The Hovercraft (Application of Enactments) (Amendment) Order 2025

Published: Fri 17th Oct 25 Came into force: Thu 16th Oct 25

The Order amended the 1989 Order, updating the application of key maritime enactments, including casualty investigations, pollution control, safety rules, and fee structures, to govern UK hovercraft operations.


The Hovercraft (Application of Enactments) (Amendment) Order 2025, made by His Majesty in Council, amends the principal 1989 Order to ensure that current maritime legislation concerning casualty investigations, pollution prevention, safety regulations, fees, and ambulatory references to international instruments applies correctly to hovercraft as it applies to ships across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

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