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The Seafarers’ Charity welcomes talented new trustees
June 28, 2022
The Seafarers’ Charity is delighted to welcome five new trustees to the charity following the retirement of three trustees who stepped down at the end of their tenure at the charity’s Annual Meeting; two further trustees will retire at 2023’s Annual Meeting.
More detailsMaritime Welfare Charities pull together to support ex P&O Ferries staff
June 27, 2022
Maritime welfare charities are pulling together to publicise the support available to seafarers who have been made redundant, including ex P&O Ferries staff.
More detailsDeborah Layde to lead The Seafarers’ Charity
June 14, 2022
The Chair and Trustees of the General Council of The Seafarers’ Charity are pleased to announce the appointment of Deborah Layde as Chief Executive.
More detailsIn Their Own Words: Fishing Industry Voices Highlight Impacts of Brexit in New Report from the APPG on Fisheries
June 13, 2022
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Fisheries has released a report showcasing voices from across the UK fishing industry speaking on the impact of Brexit on their livelihoods – and the actions these people believe government should take to support the UK’s fishing industry.
More detailsSeapost - May 2022
May 26, 2022
With this edition of Seapost, we would like to share the impact of our work in 2022, the launch of the Safety Net new website, our commitment to support Fairness in Fishing and a selection of key moments in our history to celebrate our Patron HM The Queen ahead of the Platinum Jubilee. Finally, don't miss out on the exclusive discount of £100 off your team registration for the 24 Peaks Challenge, use the code FINAL100 - valid until 6th June!
More detailsThe Seafarers’ Charity stands ready to support migrant workers in UK Fishing
May 17, 2022
The Seafarers’ Charity has been shocked at the findings of new research published by the University Of Nottingham Rights Lab which reveals evidence of poor treatment and lack of decent working conditions for some migrant workers on UK fishing vessels.
More detailsSafety Net launched to boost financial resilience of UK merchant seafarers
May 13, 2022
Two leading maritime charities have responded to the cost of living crisis with new resources to support UK seafarers.
More detailsHarland & Wolff launch partnership with The Seafarers' Charity
May 11, 2022
Harland & Wolff, the iconic multisite fabrication company with over 160 years of maritime and offshore engineering pedigree has appointed The Seafarers’ Charity as its 2021/22 partner.
More detailsThe Seafarers' Charity grant award assists appointment of new NFFO Safety Lead
May 04, 2022
The National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Risk, Safety and Training Lead. The post is partially supported by a three-year grant from The Seafarers’ Charity.
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