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Government news, all in one place
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Sunday, 13 April 2025
A six-week public consultation on revoking and replacing the UK Marine Equipment Regulations following the UK's exit from the EU will begin on Monday ...
Thursday, 03 April 2025
A project led by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to modernise seafarer training in the UK is on its way to being accepted as part of the gold...
Wednesday, 02 April 2025
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has been supporting the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC). ...
Friday, 28 March 2025
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is focussed on securing a clean, green maritime future for everyone. ...
Tuesday, 25 March 2025
Disability organisations and maritime transport operators from across the country have come together for the Maritime Accessibility Conference 2025....
Thursday, 06 March 2025
Fortescue Green Pioneer successfully demonstrates what a future of cleaner shipping could look like....
Friday, 14 February 2025
Sentences have been passed on the master and management company of a UK-registered cargo vessel following a fatal crash off the south coast of Sweden ...
Tuesday, 04 February 2025
The determination of a mariner who grew up in a landlocked town without any seafaring background has won her the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA...
Friday, 17 January 2025
A package of measures going out for consultation today (Thursday 5 December) is set to make search and rescue response faster and simpler for people c...
Monday, 13 January 2025
Update to stay ahead of developing technology and maritime practices....
Tuesday, 31 December 2024
Maritime and Coastguard Agency to uphold safety while supporting development....
Wednesday, 11 December 2024
Internet access for seafarers while at sea and strengthening requirements for a balanced, nutritious and varied diet could become maritime law in 2025...
Monday, 09 December 2024
New international maritime regulations will become UK law next year, setting new safety standards for those transported offshore to work on wind farm ...
Friday, 06 December 2024
The next step has been completed in a wide-ranging review of UK seafarer and cadet training, led by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA)....
Wednesday, 04 December 2024
Safety and innovation on the water are to be bolstered by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) with a proposed update of regulations for small com...
Monday, 28 October 2024
After around 40 years in the same station, a coastguard rescue team on the Isle of Wight has a new home....
Monday, 21 October 2024
Hazards relating to poorly marked equipment, and consideration of how these can be avoided, feature in a new report and safety leaflet for fishers....
Monday, 30 September 2024
Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) investigators have appealed to the public for information about a night-time incident in which a man died after g...
Monday, 30 September 2024
Online finder will help seafarers and those responsible for the maintenance of inflatable life-saving appliances to find approved service stations....
Thursday, 26 September 2024
The Red Ensign and International Maritime Organization flag have been raised at Maritime and Coastguard Agency headquarters in Southampton....
Thursday, 19 September 2024
Consultation on proposed new courses that will form the basis of a "springboard for seafarers to develop careers"....
Wednesday, 18 September 2024
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has returned to the Emergency Services Show, with staff sharing developments towards the next generation of search ...
Tuesday, 27 August 2024
A new communications network connecting 163 remote radio sites is now operational, ensuring HM Coastguard’s effective emergency response continues acr...
Wednesday, 21 August 2024
Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) investigators have appealed for information from witnesses to a collision between a motorboat and a kayak near Mi...
Thursday, 08 August 2024
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that three foreign flagged ship remained under detention in UK ports at the end of July after...
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Jet skier forced a ferry to take evasive action after crossing just off its bow....
Monday, 22 July 2024
The UK Ship Register (UKSR) launched a new website, simplifying access to essential services for seafarers and vessel owners worldwide. ...
Monday, 15 July 2024
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that four foreign flagged ship remained under detention in UK ports at the end of June after ...
Thursday, 11 July 2024
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that three. foreign flagged ship remained under detention in UK ports at the end of May after...
Tuesday, 09 July 2024
Fishing vessel skipper receives suspended sentence after collision left two people with minor injuries....