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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Matthew Weaver

Lifeboat crews accuse RNLI managers of complacency over Channel crossings

An RNLI crew helps people after a small boat incident in the Channel.
An RNLI crew helps people after a small boat incident in the Channel. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/PA

Lifeboat crews dealing with small boats crossing the Channel say they lack equipment, guidance, qualified staff and support in coping with the trauma involved as they accuse managers of complacency over the situation.

One member suggested crews needed bigger life rafts, more personnel, increased training for mass casualty events, and better onboard welfare facilities for rescued people.

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