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We work to prevent the loss of life on the coast and at sea. We produce legislation and guidance on maritime matters, and provide certification to seafarers. MCA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Transport .
A collection of safety information for those using the coast, beaches and sailing.
Volunteer for the Coastguard Rescue Service and help to carry out search and rescue along the UK shoreline.
The Coastguard Rescue Service is made up of volunteers and is part of HM…
As a coastguard rescue officer you: could be called out at any time of the…
All of the following must apply: you’re aged 18 or over you have a full UK…
Once you know which area and coastguard station to apply to, you can apply…
The wait is nearly over for fans of the hit Channel 5 documentary Coastguard: Search and Rescue SOS as the brand-new second series is primed to air at 8pm on Sunday 28 April.
What kinds of vessels get expanded inspections by the MCA, what happens during the inspections, notice, and where you can find more advice.
Addresses and phone numbers for the HM Coastguard centres. Do not use these details in an emergency, instead call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Register your boat with the UK coastguard using the Royal Yachting Association’s SafeTrx service
Contact details and opening times for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency headquarters and our marine offices.
The most recent UK and international marine safety alerts for mariners.
The most recent UK technical safety alert bulletins for mariners.
We work to prevent the loss of life on the coast and at sea. We produce legislation and guidance on maritime matters, and provide certification to seafarers.
Information about applying for jobs with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Safety bulletins alert industry to specific issues. They are normally time sensitive and action may be required.
A collection of guides by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) for staying safe on the UK's beaches and coastlines.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA) counter-pollution response is being practiced this week in an exercise off Portland in Dorset.
The UKSAR2G programme will replace some existing services currently under contract to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency by the end of 2024.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency Customer Charter
After successful trials throughout the UK, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched its online HM Coastguard volunteer enrolment form nationally.
Maritime weather and tide conditions - navigation equipment, radios and emergency beacons, register a 406 beacon
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