Where an inspector of the Minister is satisfied that this Act or an order of the Minister or a regulation of a local authority has not been or is not being complied with on board a vessel in port, then, on the inspector’s representation in writing to that effect, stating particulars of non-compliance, the vessel may be detained until the appropriate Minister otherwise directs.

The officer detaining the vessel shall forthwith deliver to the master or person in charge of the vessel a copy of the representation.

Section F1284 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1995 shall apply in the case of such detention as if it were authorised or ordered under that Act.