The petition calls on the UK Government to rethink its decision to charge some boat owners a second UK VAT payment when returning their boat from the EU
Katy Stickland
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National Crime Agency warning over organised crime links to small boats
The National Crime Agency has issued an alert, warning that organised crime groups may target the marine industry to obtain small boats for people smugglers
UK Coastal walks for cruisers: 10 of the best
Uncertainty about sailing overseas due to COVID-19 will see many of us cruising closer to home this season. New experiences at home are likely to be key for an enjoyable…
How to get the latest boat electronics – on a budget
Keeping up to date with the latest navigation technology can be prohibitive. Mike Reynolds shares how to get the latest electronics for your boat for a fraction of the cost
Boat maintenance: the 55-point skipper’s checklist
The ultimate boat maintenance checklist to make sure your yacht is ready for launch and the start of the sailing season
Would you switch to electric propulsion?
Would you make the switch? We ask two sailors who have looked at how the real-world numbers stack up on electric propulsion but have reached different conclusions
Invasive species: How sailors can help tackle biofouling
While yachts are unlikely to introduce invasive species from abroad, they can help them spread around the coast. Sarah Brown explains
Pip Hare: What it’s like to race in the Vendée Globe
Pip Hare was the first British skipper to finish the 2020-21 Vendée Globe. She shares the highs and lows of her race
Sailors urged to report incidents of marine wildlife harassment
The charity Whale and Dolphin Conservation is warning water users not to disturb or harass marine wildlife and to report those who do
C1331 check-in and check-out system to be replaced
A new online reporting system for all sailors leaving and returning to the UK should go live later this year