Feb 05
Department for Transport launch Consultation on the Disposal of Pyrotechnic Flares
The RYA prepares response to consultation on behalf of members.
Feb 05
New Staff Join The Team
RYA Scotland welcome two new members of staff to development and coaching. Robyn Phillips takes on a new role as Training Development Officer, while Georgia Moran takes over the Regional Development Officer for the East of Scotland.
Feb 05
HSSC Weekly Update – Friday 5 February 2021
From the Club Sec. Ladies and Gentlemen,
I hope you are all managing to keep safe and well. Just a reminder and to reassure those who have boats in the marina or on lay-up that we are carrying out daily safety and security rounds to give you some peace of mind. For those who require us to carry out a closer check of internal spaces on your boat or to undertake any routine tasks please send me an email and this will be arranged.
Feb 05
HSSC Weekly Update – Friday 5 February 2021
From the Club Sec. Ladies and Gentlemen,
I hope you are all managing to keep safe and well. Just a reminder and to reassure those who have boats in the marina or on lay-up that we are carrying out daily safety and security rounds to give you some peace of mind. For those who require us to carry out a closer check of internal spaces on your boat or to undertake any routine tasks please send me an email and this will be arranged.
Feb 05
HSSC Weekly Update – 5February 2021
From the Club Sec Ladies and Gentlemen,
I hope you are all managing to keep safe and well. Just a reminder and to reassure those who have boats in the marina or on lay-up that we are carrying out daily safety and security rounds to give you some peace of mind. For those who require us to carry out a closer check of internal spaces on your boat or to undertake any routine tasks please send me an email and this will be arranged.
Feb 05
Virtual Cowes – 31 July to 7 August 2021
Watch racing via the 'net This year, races during Cowes Week will be available to watch via the internet as part of a Government project to trial innovative use of 5G.
50 boats will have 360 degree high definition cameras fitted, and each camera will beam back high definition pictures of the new Cowes Life TV, which will be shown on big screens around the town as well as online.
Feb 05
Antifouling Survey
An opportunity for all to contribute The International Maritime Organisation, a specialised agency of the United Nations which is responsible for regulating shipping, is asking for information from yacht owners to contribute to a worldwide project to address the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Respondents will be asked about their location, what kind of anti-fouling paint or system they use, where they moor and winter their boats, preference for cleaning, and the challenges they face when antifouling their vessels.
Feb 05
Free Electronic Navigation Guide launched
Booklet available The Royal Institute of Navigation, in conjunction with Trinity House, the RYA, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the RNLI, has launched a booklet to help sailors use electronic navigation systems.
It is not a 'how to' guide, but instead gives guidance to skippers with Day Skipper level knowledge or higher on the advantages and drawbacks of different systems and the safe use of electronic navigation and association systems on yachts.
Feb 04
Call to prioritise disabled people in sport and leisure as new research reveals huge pandemic impact
Activity Alliance is urging decision makers in sport and leisure to prioritise disabled people as they strive to recover from the pandemic.
Feb 04
RYA Training Day Scotland
As bookings open for the Instructor Training Day we look back over the success of the recent virtual training events.