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The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is pleased to announce the locations for HM Coastguard’s new seasonal helicopter bases, increasing search and rescue provision in two of the busiest locations for summer tourism.
The mother and best friend of a much-loved teenager who drowned in a fierce rip current at Bournemouth beach more than two years ago have spoken up to help people enjoy the coast safely this summer.
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 carrying Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) on the water.
After around 40 years in the same station, a coastguard rescue team on the Isle of Wight has a new home.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has returned to the Emergency Services Show, with staff sharing developments towards the next generation of search and rescue.
A new communications network connecting 163 remote radio sites is now operational, ensuring HM Coastguard’s effective emergency response continues across the UK.
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.
Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) statement in response to the MAIB report into the loss of life in the Channel on 24 November 2021.
After successful trials throughout the UK, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched its online HM Coastguard volunteer enrolment form nationally.
The National Independent Lifeboat Association has been accepted as a trial member of the UK Search and Rescue Operators Group, a national body representing search and rescue operators.
Thousands across the nation will be celebrating the coronation of His Majesty The King this weekend, including us here at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
The site will help inform and educate on coastal safety as well as how to contact the Coastguard in an emergency.
Announces the results of an 18-month process to procure a search and rescue helicopter service for the UK.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
UK Government Minister for Scotland Iain Stewart praises work of coastguards in keeping us safe.
Invitation to tender for second-generation search and rescue aviation programme issued to shortlisted companies.
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.
Take care when visiting your local coastline and help reduce pressure on the NHS and emergency services, including HM Coastguard
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