Source · Select Committees · Human Rights (Joint Committee)
Recommendation 1
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Paragraph: 46
Not only are the Masters of all ships bound to assist those whose lives are...
Conclusion
Not only are the Masters of all ships bound to assist those whose lives are at risk at sea, but the UK is also bound to adopt measures to ensure that this is done, both under its general human rights obligations to take positive actions to respect the right to life, as well as under specific duties under maritime law, including SOLAS and UNCLOS.
Paragraph Reference:
46