Caroline Wall Maritime Security Compliance and Ports Policy Maritime Security & Resilience Division Department for Transport Zone 2/32 Great Minster House 33 Horseferry Road London SW1P 4DR Mr D Llewelyn Tel: 020 7944 6252 E-Mail: [email protected] e-mail: Web site: www.gov.uk/dft [email protected]
Our Ref : P0015467
15 December 2017
Dear Mr Llewelyn
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION REQUEST REGARDING PORT POLICE FORCES’ USE OF SECTION 7 OF THE MARINE NAVIGATION ACT
Thank you for your information request of 20 November. You requested the following information:
“On the 3rd July 2014 a written question was asked of the Secretary of State for Transport in relation to Ports Police and section 7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013. The reply was made by the Parliamentary Under-Secretary on 9th July. I have copied the relevant extract from Hansard below:
"Police: Ports:Written question - 203891 Q Asked by Tom Blenkinsop (Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland) Asked on: 03 July 2014 Department for Transport Police: Ports 203891 To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment he has made of the extent to which chief officers of territorial police forces have used the Marine Navigation Act 2013 to permit port constables to act outside their port area for policing purposes connected with the port constable's police area. A Answered by: Stephen Hammond Answered on: 09 July 2014
Of the six English port police forces, able to use the Marine Navigation Act, the port police forces for Bristol, Dover and Teesport have sought and received the consent of the Chief Constable of the relevant territorial police force to exercise certain powers outside their port area, while a fourth, Liverpool Port Police, is currently seeking it."
Please provide any relevant correspondence/information/documents that were used to assist the Parliamentary Under-Secretary in giving this answer. I am particularly interested in the details of the consent given by the Chief Constable of the relevant territorial force as the legislation itself gives some discretion to the Chief Officer as to the level, conditions and scope of the consent for the extended jurisidiction of Ports Police constables.”
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RELEVANT EXTRACT FROM PORT OF BRISTOL POLICE AND AVON AND SOMERSET CONSTABULARY MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING DATED 21 JUNE 2013
“JURISDICTION The Port of Bristol Police was established under the Harbours, Docks and Piers Clauses Act 1847 with a Jurisdiction of one mile beyond the Port’s limits. The Marine Navigation Act 2013 (section 7) extends that jurisdiction throughout England and Wales, “for policing purposes connected with the port constable’s police area”, with the consent of the relevant chief officer of police. The Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset gives that consent.”
From: Police Chief [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 04 July 2014 15:08 To: Ellen Duffy
Dear Ellen
The Chief Constable of Avon & Somerset was kind enough to amend the wording of the MOU between ourselves to allow my officers to operation within his force area. I have 15 constables to whom this consent would apply. The consent is limited to the wording of the Act. For the sake of clarity I have copied the relevant paragraph below and I have also attached a copy of the MOU.
Regards
Keith
K. Wood Chief Police Officer Port of Bristol Police Royal Portbury Dock Bristol BS20 7XQ
Telephone: 01275 375787
JURISDICTION
The Port of Bristol Police was established under the Harbours, Docks and Piers Clauses Act 1847 with a Jurisdiction of one mile beyond the Port’s limits. The Marine Navigation Act 2013 (section 7) extends that jurisdiction throughout England and Wales, “for policing purposes connected with the port constable’s police area”, with the consent of the relevant chief officer of police. The Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset gives that consent.
From: Ellen Duffy [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 04 July 2014 14:50 To: '[email protected]'; Police Chief; '[email protected]'; 'Joe.mulgrew@ap- falmouth.co.uk'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are not required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
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From: Neil Care [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 06 July 2014 20:54 To: Ellen Duffy
Dear Ellen,
Your request for information in respect of the Marine Navigation Act 2013 and the extension of jurisdiction applicable to the Port of Dover Police has been passed to me in Supt. Wilczek’s absence.
In anticipation of the Marine Navigation Act 2013 (Commencement) Order 2013 bringing into effect Section 7 of the Act consent was sought from the Chief Constable of Kent for Port of Dover Police Officers to act outside the present jurisdiction for policing purposes connected with the Port Constable’s police area, within the County of Kent. Such consent was given on the 4 July 2013 for all policing purposes and I attach for your information a copy of the Chief Constables written consent.
The current establishment of the Port of Dover Police is 43 warranted officers – 1 x Superintendent, 2 x Inspectors, 6 x Sergeants and 34 x Constables.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me at the number below.
Neil Care Inspector Port of Dover Police 07810 871703
From: Ellen Duffy [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 04 July 2014 14:59 To: Police Subject: URGENT: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables - Reply 7th July Importance: High
Please could you forward to the appropriate person. I understand from an article on the BBC website that Port of Dover Police sought and obtained these powers last July.
It was originally sent to Steve Masters, and I understand his successor Paul Wilczek is on leave.
Ellen
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From: Ellen Duffy Sent: 04 July 2014 14:50 To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are now required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
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From: Joe Mulgrew [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 04 July 2014 16:27 To: Ellen Duffy
Good Afternoon Ellen
We have never sought consent to act outside of our area.
Best Regards
Joe
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From: Ellen Duffy [[email protected]] Sent: 04 July 2014 14:49 To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; Joe Mulgrew; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are now required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
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From: Whitby, John [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 08 July 2014 08:07 To: Ellen Duffy
Ellen.
Apologies for the delay in reply but I have been away on holiday.
The Port of Felixstowe Police have not requested consent from the Chief Constable. We do not act outside the 1 mile limit in accordance with the Harbour, Dock, Pier Clauses Act 1847.
Regards.
John.
J. I. Whitby Chief Police Officer Port of Felixstowe Police Unit Tel: +44 (0) 1394 604744 Mobile: +44 (0) 7848015746 Fax: +44 (0) 1394 604929 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.portoffelixstowe.co.uk
From: Ellen Duffy [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 07 July 2014 16:56 To: Whitby, John Subject: RE: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear Insp Whitby
Have you had an opportunity to consider this request? I simply need to know whether your force has sought the consent of your local police force to operate outside your area of jurisdiction. I’m afraid I need a reply 11am Tuesday morning to meet Parliamentary deadlines.
Ellen Duffy
Ellen Duffy Head of Ports Governance | Maritime Commerce & Infrastructure | Department for Transport | 020 7944 2529
From: Ellen Duffy Sent: 04 July 2014 14:50 To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are now required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
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From: Galt, Dave [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 07 July 2014 13:12 To: Ellen Duffy
Ellen
1. What extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
We have communicated the changes in legislation to Chief Constable within our area. Their formal agreements will be subject of Service Level Agreements which are under negotiation and include a number of additional issues including operational support, intelligence sharing & specialist support.
On a practical level we have approached the new legislation on a case by case basis and any activity by our officers in another Force area is communicated to the Force Control Room concerned.
2. How many constables the consent applies to within your force.
The Officers which this would apply to are 16 Constables & Sergeants
Regards
Dave Galt Chief Officer Tel: +44 (0)151 949 6931
From: Ellen Duffy [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 07 July 2014 12:32 To: Galt, Dave Subject: FW: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
I apologise for the late arrival, but I was using an out of date contacts list for Port of Liverpool Police and only after someone else provided your contact details, was I able to forward the attached to you.
Ellen
Ellen Duffy Head of Ports Governance | Maritime Commerce & Infrastructure | Department for Transport | 020 7944 2529
From: Ellen Duffy Sent: 04 July 2014 14:50 To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are now required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
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From: Denis Murphy, PDT [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 07 July 2014 09:31 To: Ellen Duffy
Ellen,
I have a recd\all notice on this, so not sure if the answer is still required. However, as I am away from the office for the next few days, I’ll answer anyway.
I think the wording could be better – but I think what it is trying to say is that we must have the authority of the Chief Constable in whose area we wish to work before we can extend jurisdiction to allow us to do so – that may be our territorial force if just outside the jurisdiction limit (for instance taking prisoners to a police interview) or it may be any Chief Constable in relation to port related crime. In the former instance, we have an agreement in place for us (all officers) to work anywhere within the Cleveland force area – for the latter, I have not yet had occasion to formally request an extension of jurisdiction and would only do so on a case by case basis.
Hope this helps,
Regards,
Denis
PS: Steve Masters has left Dover and Peter Clarke has left Liverpool. Not sure if James Douglass’ address is still valid either:
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From: Ellen Duffy [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 04 July 2014 14:50 To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; Denis Murphy, PDT; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are not required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
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From: Andrew Masson [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 08 July 2014 08:32 To: Ellen Duffy
Good morning Ellen, can I apologise for not replying immediately yesterday on my return from leave, unfortunately I became involved with an industrial dispute currently taking place at the port, with pickets at the main gate.
In answer to your question the Port of Tilbury Police arrest for offences in the Port using legislation provided by the Port of London Act, This legislation adequately covers the day to day work of the Port of Tilbury Police. To date I have not had occasion to formally request from the Chief Constable of Essex an extension of jurisdiction, Although if there was a requirement to increase the jurisdiction of the port police for a specific reason or to assist Essex Police, I would of course seek the consent of the Chief Constable.
In answer to your second question there are 14 constables in the Port of Tilbury Police.
Kind Regards
Andrew MASSON Chief Officer Port of Tilbury Police.
From: Ellen Duffy [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: 07 July 2014 16:56 To: Andrew Masson Subject: RE: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear Mr Masson
Have you had an opportunity to consider this request? I simply need to know whether your force has sought the consent of your local police force to operate outside your area of jurisdiction. I’m afraid I need a reply 11am Tuesday morning to meet Parliamentary deadlines.
Ellen Duffy
Ellen Duffy Head of Ports Governance | Maritime Commerce & Infrastructure | Department for Transport | 020 7944 2529
From: Ellen Duffy Sent: 04 July 2014 14:50 To: '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]'; '[email protected]' Cc: Caroline Wall; Michael Read-Leah Subject: Marine Navigation Act 2013 - extension of jurisdiction of port constables
Dear All
I have been allocated a Parliamentary Question asking to what extent port police forces have sought consent of the Chief Constable of their territorial police force to act outside their area, as provided in s7 of the Marine Navigation Act 2013.
I would be grateful, if you could let me know on Monday 7th, whether you have sought this consent and if so, whether it is for limited functions or for all policing purposes. It would also be helpful to know how many constables the consent applies to within your force.
I apologise for the short notice, but we are now required to respond to PQs within a day. If you’re unable to provide this information for Monday, please could you let me know by return, when you might be able to respond.
Ellen
Ellen Duffy Head of Ports Governance | Maritime Commerce & Infrastructure | Department for Transport | Zone 2/29-2/33 | Great Minster House | 33 Horseferry Road | London | SW1P 4DR | 020 7944 2529
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Forth Ports Registered Offices: Forth Ports Limited Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 134741 Port of Tilbury London Limited, Registered Office: Leslie Ford House, Tilbury Freeport, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7EH, Registered in England No 2659118 Port of Dundee Limited, Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 155442 Forth Estuary Towage Limited, Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 76746 Forth Properties Limited, Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 124730 Forth Property Developments Limited, Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 223863 Forth Property Holdings Limited, Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 223868 Forth Property Investments Limited, Registered Office: 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Registered in Scotland No 102967 Nordic Limited, Leslie Ford House, Tilbury Freeport, Essex RM18 7EH, Registered in England No 5396187 Nordic Holdings Limited, Leslie Ford House, Tilbury Freeport, Essex RM18 7EH, Registered in England No 3118969
Nordic Recycling (Lincoln) Limited, Leslie Ford House, Tilbury Freeport, Essex RM18 7EH, Registered in England No 06232146 Nordic Data Management Limited, Leslie Ford House, Tilbury Freeport, Essex RM18 7EH, Registered in England No 3033517 London Container Terminal (Tilbury) Limited, Leslie Ford House, Tilbury Freeport, Essex, RM18 7EH Registered in England No 01249844
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