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Brexit VAT: Your questions answered
Yachting Monthly experts help you unravel the new regulations in relation to the thorny issue of VAT following the end of the Brexit transition period
Delays in RYA certifications due to staff shortages
Sailors waiting for RYA certifications are being warned to expect delays of up to six weeks due to staff shortages and demand
Green boating: tips for eco friendly sailing
The RYA published its Carbon Pathway to Zero document in July 2021, outlining its vision for zero-carbon boating by 2050. How can we alleviate our own emissions and waste?
Calls for UK-wide approach to personal watercraft management
The Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents wants a cross industry forum to be formally created for the nationwide management of personal watercraft in the UK
Returned Goods Relief conditions to be waived
The three year condition for Returned Goods Relief for recreational boats is to be dropped by the Government. It will only apply to vessels which have been based in the…
Reclassification of jet skis under consideration
A public consultation on the classification of jet skis and other recreational and personal watercraft ends on 1 November 2021
Single use plastic free accreditation launched for marine businesses
A new accreditation scheme has been launched to help sailors identify clubs, training centres and marine businesses which are cutting their use of single use plastic
RYA announces plan for zero carbon recreational boating by 2050
The RYA has published its plans for zero carbon recreational boating by 2050. It has consulted academics, government advisers and manufacturers
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston shares his cruising wisdom
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston: The sailing legend shares his top tips for making the most of time on the water