By Tom Harris News and sports reporter
Falmouth Classics 2019. Picture: Doug Jackson One of the largest heritage and classic sailing events in the UK, the Falmouth Classics is set to take place next weekend. Between Friday June 11 and Sunday June 13 over 120 vessels the oldest dating from 1881, will be racing and parading in the Carrick Roads. Falmouth harbour will gradually fill with boats on Thursday, June 10 from 11:00 as the 70 or more visiting craft arrive to moor alongside in Falmouth Haven, on swinging moorings or anchor. By late afternoon the scene will be reminiscent of Falmouth’s maritime past. Falmouth Classics 2019. Picture: Doug Jackson
A landmark agreement has been signed that should help protect the safety of sailors and fishermen in Cornwall. The formal agreement between the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) sets out ways both will work together in a fully coordinated approach to protect the welfare of those visiting UK ports, including Falmouth, Truro, Newly and Penzance. The Memorandum of Understanding sets out the specific responsibilities of both organisations, as well as commits to sharing information about matters affecting seafarers’ and fishers’ welfare, seeking advice and consulting on other issues. It now formally recognises the already strong relationship of the two bodies, which have been working together on welfare matters for years.
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