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Scheduled Monuments

Safeguarding Scotland's most important shipwrecks

the role of historic scotland

Why historic wreck sites are important.

The role of Historic Scotland

Which of Scotland's historic wrecks are protected.

Scotland's historic wrecks

The Protection of Wrecks Act 1973.

What is a designated wreck site?

How we designate a wreck site.

The designation process

The types of licences we issue and how to apply.

The licensing regime

Guidance notes on Scotland's underwater heritage.

Guidance for marine users

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