Submarine Telegraph Act, 1885

Definitions.

12. In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—

The expression “vessel” means every description of vessel used in navigation in whatever way it is propelled; and any reference to a vessel shall include a reference to a boat belonging to such vessel:

The expression “master” includes every person having command or charge of a vessel:

The expression “British possession” includes any part of Her Majesty’s dominions exclusive of the United Kingdom

The expression “person” includes a body of persons corporate or unincorporate.