SHA

Question 1

What is a SHA?

Answer 1

Statutory Harbour Authority.

It has powers to manage use of a harbour and responsibility to conserve the harbour for all users.

Question 2

Which legislation gives authority to SHA?

Answer 2

1. The harbours, docks and piers clauses act 1847
2. Southampton Harbour Acts

Question 3

What powers does the SHA have?

Answer 3

1. Removal of un serviceable vessels and wrecks
2. Charge dues
3. Regulate when ships can arrive, depart and where they can moor
4. Positioning and maintenance of navigational markers
5. Make byelaws and general directions for regulation of harbour use.