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A unique survey launched to explore working conditions in the UK fishing industry
June 23, 2021
The Seafarers’ Charity, in partnership with the University of Nottingham, released a survey to better understand the reality of working conditions for fishing crew across the UK.
More detailsNew online services to support seafarers receive grant funding
April 21, 2021
The Seafarers’ Charity awards grants to new online services to support seafarers who have experienced sexual violence, and to help tackle loneliness and suicide.
More detailsNew financial support for fishing families announced in partnership with Commsave Credit Union
April 15, 2021
A revolutionary new initiative funded by The Seafarers’ Charity will provide access to a range of affordable financial services for fishing families.
More detailsFree Relate counselling for fishing and seafaring communities
March 24, 2021
Working at sea can have an effect on couple and family relationships: financial pressures caused by unpredictable income; the physical hazards of working at sea; time spent away from loved ones and not being at home for birthdays and anniversaries.
More detailsThe Seafarers’ Charity announces the appointment of two new trustees
March 16, 2021
The Seafarers’ Charity has announced the appointment of two additional Trustees to the Charity’s General Council: Nusrat Ghani, Member of Parliament and Rear Admiral Iain Lower MA, AFNI.
More detailsSeafarers UK embarks on a new voyage as The Seafarers’ Charity
March 15, 2021
On the release of its new strategy in March 2021, Seafarers UK announced that its working name will now be ‘The Seafarers’ Charity’ and will reference its heritage by using ‘King George’s Fund for Sailors’ within its brand.
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