Post Construction Assessment required Owners and brokers of second hand boats who want to sell between the UK and the EU will have to pay between £500-£5000 for a Post Construction Assessment. The vessel has to meet the obligations set out in either the Recreational Craft Directive in the EU or the Recreational Craft Regulations in the UK.

Government U-turn welcomed Sailors in England, Wales and Scotland will still be able to use red diesel to propel their vessels, as announced in the 2021 budget. It will be banned in Northern Ireland to ensure that the UK meets international obligations under the Northern Ireland Protocol of the Withdrawal Agreement.

All subject to COVID-19 restrictions - Check with organisers !!! 7-9 May South Coast Boat Show at Southampton Ocean Village Marina 3-9 July Cowes Classics Week, Isle of Wight

On-line system to replace C1331 customs declaration form Since the end of the Brexit transition period on 31 December 2020 cruisers have been required to fill out the C1331 customs declaration form with details of their boat, crew, departure and arrival destinations and dates every time they travel out of or into UK waters.

Communication on Progress report submitted to UN Global Compact.

Sailing isn’t just limited to the water!