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New legislation will grant more powers to prosecute people for the dangerous misuse of watercraft, such as jet skis.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that five foreign flagged ship remained under detention in UK ports at the end of December after failing Paris MOU Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
New rules which will bring the safety of older passenger ships in line with modern standards fit for the 21st century are now in force for the UK.
Recipients of the 2022 Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service announced.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Announces the publication of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s business plan for 2022 to 2023.
Proposed regulations to improve seafarer training, certification and watchkeeping standards.
New draft regulations to improve safety measures for high speed craft.
Letters from the Secretary of State for Transport to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and UK ports about new seafarer protections.
Measures announced include ensuring that all UK ferry operators pay the national minimum wage and ferries are fit for purpose.
The Merchant Shipping (Safety Standards for Passenger Ships on Domestic Voyages) (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2022 (Grandfather Rights) amend existing legislation for older domestic passenger ships.
Proposed regulations will improve vessel stability and strength for bulk carriers.
This is the story of a life saved. Because the fisherman was wearing a PFD and a PLB. It is no exaggeration to say: They are life savers. Get the kit. Wear the kit. Live to tell your story too.
UK Government Minister for Scotland Iain Stewart praises work of coastguards in keeping us safe.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that three foreign flagged ships remained under detention in UK ports during October 2021 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
The UK government has today launched the UK Shipping Concierge service, a professional and tailored service that will provide support and guidance for maritime businesses looking to access the UK market.
Invitation to tender for second-generation search and rescue aviation programme issued to shortlisted companies.
Christopher Rodrigues appointed as new Non-Executive Chair of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
When visiting the coastline please take care and follow the rules and social distancing guidelines according to the guidance for your area.
Coastguards across the UK are warning those planning to go anywhere near the coast or beaches over the Easter period to be on their guard.
When visiting your local coastline please take care and follow the rules and social distancing guidelines according to the guidance for your area.
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