RNLI steps up security following attacks by far-right agitators over small boat rescues

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Volunteers told to consider not wearing branded clothing and to shut lifeboat stations if they feel in danger Police working to protect RNLI in Dorset against the backdrop of opposition to small boat rescues The RNLI is stepping up security following a backlash from far-right agitators over the lifeboat charity’s involvement in rescuing asylum seekers in the Channel and landing them on UK shores. The report also notes that Volunteers have been told by the charity’s bosses that they should consider not wearing RNLI branded clothing if they feel this might put them at risk.

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