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Another consultation on boat licensing
The Canal & River Trust is promising a final public consultation on boat licensing, from December 2026 through to February 2027.
This follows a report…
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Restoration society calls for regional water strategy
With England and Wales enduring an unprecedented run of droughts, the Buckingham Canal Society has called on the government and water companies to integrate not…
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New owner for Oxford wharf
The long-fought-over Jericho Wharf, on the Oxford Canal, finally has a new owner.
Oxford University's Worcester College, whose land is adjacent to the old boatyard,…
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CRT backtracks on restoration demands
The Canal & River Trust has revised its Restoration Delivery Plan, following severe criticism by many societies working on the restoration routes it still controls.…
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Business interruption: Ensuring continuity
Andrea Wicks, Account Executive, Haven Knox-Johnston Commercial
If your business were unable to trade following a loss, would your current business insurance cover support you through recovery?…
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Product News
Super wipes
Chicopee Lavette Super wipes aren’t a new product. They've been available for quite a few years but are still little…
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New luxury cruiser for Portugal’s River Douro
The Douro, Portugal’s most popular cruising river, has no shortage of hotel ships. Indeed, around 30 such boats currently operate…
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Foundation in Water Safety
Safety training company Birmingham & Midland Marine Services has started short ‘Foundation In Water Safety’ courses for private boaters.
The…
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Alde compact diesel heater
Alde has long been known for gas-powered central heating systems, latterly for its popular Compact. Now the company has added…
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