I saw the attached cartoon in the Sunday Times on 5 September and was incensed by the total lack of understanding and knowledge it displays of current sea blindness in our media.
You are well aware of the argument that needs articulating, and in my opinion this is a moment to address the management of the ST the privations that working seafarers have undergone in various forms, whether at sea or waiting to go home over the last two years. Not least to bring the products to their printing presses!
Over to you, and thanks for your efforts over the last couple of years. Even though I have been retired sometime, I still keep an eye on things.
Capt Richard Whistler
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I very much agree with the letter written by member number 179359 regarding the high costs of attaining and revalidating dynamic positioning (DP) certification.
In memory of Anthony (Tony) Fell
In memory of Anthony (Tony) Fell, a former Council member and a Union member since 1963 who was dedicated to furthering the development of radio officers.
SED should be extended to all those at sea for over six months a year
Given the changes in the operation of UK-flagged vessels, is it not time for the rules around claiming Seafarers' Earnings Deduction to be reviewed?