tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/search/news-and-communications 2025-01-17T16:18:21+00:00 HM Government tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/personal-locator-beacon-registration-15-minutes-that-could-save-your-life 2025-01-17T16:18:21+00:00

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.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/new-coastguard-station-is-great-news-for-both-the-team-and-the-island 2024-10-28T12:07:56+00:00

After around 40 years in the same station, a coastguard rescue team on the Isle of Wight has a new home.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/hm-coastguard-showcases-drones-and-electric-vehicles-at-emergency-services-show 2024-09-18T12:58:59+01:00

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has returned to the Emergency Services Show, with staff sharing developments towards the next generation of search and rescue.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/new-full-fibre-network-enhancing-ability-to-respond-to-emergencies 2024-08-27T13:33:04+01:00

A new communications network connecting 163 remote radio sites is now operational, ensuring HM Coastguard’s effective emergency response continues across the UK.  

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/maritime-and-coastguard-agency-documentary-ready-to-return-to-tv-screens 2024-04-24T00:00:00+01:00

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. 

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/statement-in-response-to-maib-inflatable-migrant-boat-report 2023-11-09T00:00:00+00:00

Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) statement in response to the MAIB report into the loss of life in the Channel on 24 November 2021.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/online-form-for-coastguard-volunteers-rolled-out-nationally 2023-10-31T00:01:09+00:00

After successful trials throughout the UK, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched its online HM Coastguard volunteer enrolment form nationally.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/national-independent-lifeboat-association-joins-uk-search-and-rescue-operators-group 2023-07-03T09:00:00+01:00

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.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/sending-heartfelt-best-wishes-to-his-majesty-on-coronation-day 2023-05-06T08:31:45+01:00

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.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/a-new-website-dedicated-to-coastal-safety-and-the-work-of-his-majestys-coastguard 2023-04-04T14:17:43+01:00

The site will help inform and educate on coastal safety as well as how to contact the Coastguard in an emergency.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/speeches/transport-update-search-and-rescue 2022-07-21T13:09:49+01:00

Announces the results of an 18-month process to procure a search and rescue helicopter service for the UK.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/hm-coastguard-celebrates-landmark-birthday 2022-01-17T17:19:00+00:00

UK Government Minister for Scotland Iain Stewart praises work of coastguards in keeping us safe.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/speeches/uk-second-generation-search-and-rescue-aviation-programme-invitation-to-tender 2021-06-10T08:26:00+01:00

Invitation to tender for second-generation search and rescue aviation programme issued to shortlisted companies.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/guidance-if-you-are-visiting-the-coast-from-29-march 2021-03-29T17:17:50+01:00

When visiting the coastline please take care and follow the rules and social distancing guidelines according to the guidance for your area.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/it-could-easily-be-you-warn-those-who-have-been-rescued-by-hm-coastguard 2021-03-22T10:30:00+00:00

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.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/guidance-if-you-are-visiting-your-local-coastline-this-winter 2021-01-06T13:44:33+00:00

When visiting your local coastline please take care and follow the rules and social distancing guidelines according to the guidance for your area.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/restrictions-in-england-from-5-november-take-care-at-the-coast 2020-11-05T09:22:27+00:00

Take care when visiting your local coastline and help reduce pressure on the NHS and emergency services, including HM Coastguard

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/second-generation-uk-search-and-rescue-aviation-programme-uksar2g 2020-07-24T11:24:36+01:00

UPDATE: The information contained in this news story has been moved, see below.

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/if-youre-going-to-the-coast 2020-05-12T14:23:58+01:00

Update for those going to the coast

tag:www.gov.uk,2005:/government/news/work-continues-to-help-those-affected-by-flooding 2020-02-28T14:12:57+00:00

Coastguard volunteers and staff worked throughout the night to help those affected by the flooding in parts of East Yorkshire.