Comprehensive review to take place into Douglas RNLI station

Ageing RNLI building has safety issue with winch

The future operation of the Douglas RNLI station is to be the subject of a comprehensive consultation process to determine the best way forward.

Currently Douglas' Mersey class lifeboat uses the berth built for passengers from visiting liners, as the ageing RNLI building has a safety issue with a winch. 

The Mersey Class boat is one of only two left in service and is scheduled to be retired in 2025.

The RNLI says it is confident the review will secure a way forward and help substantiate negotiations with the Manx Government as they continue to work closely to achieve a viable, cost effective solution for the Douglas station.