Admiralty refers to the legal jurisdiction and authority over maritime affairs and navigation. It encompasses laws related to shipping, navigation, and marine resources, governing activities on oceans, seas, and navigable waters. This area of law addresses issues such as shipping contracts, marine insurance, and maritime injuries. The term also relates to the administrative body responsible for naval affairs in some countries, historically overseeing naval operations and the management of naval forces. In the United Kingdom, for example, the Admiralty was a key institution in managing the Royal Navy and its operations.