Group seeks 'clear and accessible evidence' that equivalent levels of protection will be maintained
The Isle of Man Yacht Club has expressed concern over the planned withdrawal of an all-weather lifeboat from Port St Mary in 2028.
The RNLI has confirmed that when the current Trent class all weather boat reaches the end of its operational life, it will not be replaced.
The station will continue to operate its D-class inshore lifeboat, while all-weather cover for the south of the Island will be provided by Shannon Class boats from Ramsey and Peel.
A former Port St Mary crew member has described the proposed reduction in all-weather cover from the port as 'fundamentally flawed', arguing that lifeboats responding from elsewhere could take longer to arrive in serious sea conditions, thereby increasing risk.
The sea conditions around Port St Mary can be difficult for mariners with fast flowing currents and strong tides.
In a social media post the yacht club says such a significant alteration to lifesaving provision around the Island should be accompanied by clear and accessible evidence, demonstrating how equivalent levels of protection will be maintained for those who operate in southern waters.
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