Guidance
Sea passenger annual release: pre-release access
Updated 30 July 2025
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The following post holders are given pre-release access to the publication for up to 24 hours prior to release.
| Pre-release access recipient | Department |
|---|---|
| Secretary of State for Transport | DfT |
| DfT Ministers | DfT |
| Special Advisors (x2) | DfT |
| Permanent Secretary | DfT |
| Director General: Aviation, Maritime and Security | DfT |
| Director: Maritime | DfT |
| Director: Resilience Analysis and International Sanctions | DfT |
| Deputy Director: Maritime People and Safety | DfT |
| Deputy Director: Ports and Shipping | DfT |
| Maritime Seafarer Policy (x2) | DfT |
| Maritime Passengers and Recovery Policy | DfT |
| Press Officer (x3) | DfT |