House of Commons · General Debate

Jet Skis (Licensing)

10 November 2020 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Hywel Williams PC Arfon

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At a glance

Hywel Williams raised concerns about jet skis (licensing) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

Moves to establish a licensing system for jet ski drivers due to concerns about unregulated use and associated risks.
No licence is currently required in the UK, leading to incidents such as injuries and fatalities.
Calls for proper regulation including training and tests are made to address current insufficient regulatory measures.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Hywel Williams PC Arfon

Moves to establish a licensing system for drivers of jet skis due to concerns about unregulated use and associated risks. Emphasises that no licence is currently required in the UK, leading to incidents such as injuries and fatalities. Points out that current regulatory measures are insufficient and calls for proper regulation with training and tests.

Other contributors (1)

Hywel Williams PC Arfon

Proposes a Bill to establish a licensing system for drivers of jet skis, including mandatory training and competency testing. Highlights the current lack of regulation in the UK compared to other countries, leading to safety concerns and disturbances to local residents. Emphasises the need for a proper regulatory framework to address irresponsible use.