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In the last 2 hours

Coastguard helicopter and lifeboat rescuers scramble to 'person in water' reports off South Gare Teesside Live10:41

Aran Islands RNLI welcome historic sailing vessel Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)10:39

RNLI recognises women volunteers for International Day for Women in Maritime Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)10:39

Hartlepool RNLI lifeboats launched to search for person Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)10:39

Galway RNLI Rescues Three from Stranded Boat Afloat.ie10:27

Hartlepool RNLI join Redcar and Coastguard helicopter in search for person in water near the… Hartlepool Mail10:26

In the last 4 hours

Brian Hadler Five Decades of Serice at Whitstable RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)08:37

Little and Broad Haven RNLI launch to rescue paddleboarders in difficulty Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)08:16

In the last 8 hours

Wexford woman celebrates 35 years volunteering at RNLI – ‘I love every minute of it’ Gorey Guardian05:02

Yesterday

Adrift vessel prompts tasking for West Kirby RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)23:38 15-May-25

Galway RNLI come to rescue of three people on boat stranded on Galway Bay Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)22:58 15-May-25

Largs RNLI crew respond to two separate incidents in one evening Largs & Millport News22:35 15-May-25

Ramsgate RNLI rush to the aid of one of their volunteer crew. Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)20:25 15-May-25

Ramsgate RNLI launch to the aid of three paddle boarders in trouble. Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)20:25 15-May-25

Row Up Row Up for Teddington RNLI Lifeboat Station Open Day and Duck Rac Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)20:25 15-May-25

Joint call for Holyhead and Trearddur Bay RNLI stations Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)20:25 15-May-25

Bridlington RNLI give children a chance to be 'Crew for the Day' during special event The Scarborough News15:37 15-May-25

Training session turns into rescue mission for RNLI lifeguard Anna Northern Ireland World13:46 15-May-25

Walk in memory of journalist Brian Hutton raises funds for Lough Swilly RNLI Donegal News13:32 15-May-25

Stunning Moment Rescue Crew Save Dog Stuck on Cliff Edge: ‘Terrified’ The Tribune, California13:14 15-May-25

Lifesavers to be lauded at Scottish Parliament for Northern Scot, Scotland13:00 15-May-25

Bundoran RNLI assists three people in late night call out after boat breaks down Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)12:59 15-May-25

RNLI lifeguard rescues surfer caught in rip current on Portrush East Strand Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)12:59 15-May-25

Ramsgate RNLI crew rescue three paddleboarders in trouble at River Stour The Isle Of Thanet News12:58 15-May-25

Bangor RNLI 60th Anniversary badge designed by keen lifeboat supporter Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)12:28 15-May-25

Lough Derg RNLI in combined exercise with Tipperary Fire & Rescue Service Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)12:28 15-May-25

Scarborough RNLI fly the flag for the 2025 Open Day Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)12:28 15-May-25

Answer the Mayday Call – Meet the RNLI in York Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)12:28 15-May-25

RNLI crew on parade as town celebrates VE Day Lynn News12:22 15-May-25

Salcombe RNLI honours volunteers with lifeboat trip Kingsbridge Today, Devon10:48 15-May-25

Arran ferry MV Glen Sannox joins coastguard to help rescue five from boat "taking on water" Daily Record10:24 15-May-25

Lifeboat charity asks for help for Mayday Walk cause Fakenham and Wells Times09:43 15-May-25

Atlantic Masters Swimming Club announces annual lifeboat swim Galway Advertiser01:04 15-May-25

In the last 7 days

Lowestoft RNLI Lifeboat Crew rescue a stand-up paddle boarder clinging to a pier Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)22:24 14-May-25

'Not all heroes wear capes' - Cork RNLI veteran retires after 50 years of saving lives on Irish … Cork Beo18:09 14-May-25

New home for Dart RNLI Atlantic lifeboat Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)17:50 14-May-25

Bridlington RNLI announces the return of ‘Crew for a day for kids’ The Scarborough News16:44 14-May-25

Mudeford RNLI tasked to man in difficulty at Barton beach. Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)15:28 14-May-25

Mudeford RNLI rescue boy trapped in the mud Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)15:28 14-May-25

Enniskillen RNLI assist 3 people on Lower Lough Erne Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)15:28 14-May-25

Fleetwood RNLI assist fishing boat off Flyde Coast Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)15:28 14-May-25

Carrybridge RNLI Volunteers Successfully Complete Tier Two Passout Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)15:28 14-May-25

Lifeguards issue safety warning ahead of busy weekend on the beaches The Voice15:02 14-May-25

Tenby RNLI rescues injured person on Caldey Island The Tenby Observer14:38 14-May-25

Bridlington RNLI announce the return of ‘Crew for a day for kids’ Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)14:37 14-May-25

St Ives RNLI launched to investigate drifting yacht off Newquay Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)14:37 14-May-25

Relay and Rescue: Cowes Mayday Event Showcases Lifesaving Services Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)14:37 14-May-25

Volunteer award for Redcar RNLI Water Safety Team Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)14:37 14-May-25

RNLI Lifeguards will be back at Westward Ho! this weekend North Devon Gazette14:03 14-May-25

Fàilte air bòrd! Gaelic primary school visits Portree RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)13:56 14-May-25

Busy weekend as volunteer crew at Swanage RNLI launch twice in two days. Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)13:46 14-May-25

Bangor RNLI volunteers launch to assist vessel with engine trouble in Donaghadee Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)13:46 14-May-25

RNLI Clacton readying for Open Gardens Event Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)13:36 14-May-25

Volunteer with 30 years service Bangor RNLI visits Buckingham Palace Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)13:36 14-May-25

160 ton trawler rescue by St Davids RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)13:26 14-May-25

RNLI urges people to follow water safety advice amid good weather Coleraine Chronicle11:18 14-May-25

RNLI appeals for volunteer crew members BBC07:34 14-May-25

Cornwall beaches where you can swim safely as RNLI lifeguards return Cornwall Live06:02 14-May-25

East Devon golfers raise more than £1,000 for RNLI in charity competition Midweek Herald, Devon05:54 14-May-25

RNLI mascot Stormy Stan to make appearance at York city centre fundraiser York Press05:53 14-May-25

Dramatic lifeboat rescue of paddle boarder left 'clinging to a pier' Lowestoft Journal23:44 13-May-25

Llandudno RNLI responds to 'offshore sighting' amid ongoing search for teen North Wales Pioneer21:44 13-May-25

Bangor RNLI Rescues Four From Boat With Engine Trouble Down News17:33 13-May-25

Five RNLI volunteers reach significant lifesaving milestone Yahoo! UK & Ireland16:54 13-May-25

Teen arrested after 'disorder' at Barry Island Wales Online14:02 13-May-25

Pictures: Crowds flock to expanded Torquay festival in support of RNLI Torbay Weekly13:59 13-May-25

Foragers rescued from island after potentially eating poisonous hemlock Penarth Times13:38 13-May-25

Foragers evacuated from Welsh island after eating hemlock North Wales Live12:53 13-May-25

Trio complete vital training to help RNLI keep Loch Ness visitors safe Inverness Courier, Scotland12:20 13-May-25

999 services show how they can work together Isle of Wight Observer12:08 13-May-25

‘A very serious incident’ – children rescued from mud, with one stuck chest-deep New Milton Advertiser & Lymington Times11:11 13-May-25

People rescued after reported poisoning on island off Wales Wales Online11:01 13-May-25

Lough Ree RNLI crew endure busy start to the season The Westmeath Independent09:53 13-May-25

Salcombe RNLI Marine Jumble Sale a great success South Hams Gazette09:51 13-May-25

Young children rescued after being trapped and sinking in mud Bournemouth Daily Echo08:49 13-May-25

Buncrana drowning tragedy: Schools pay tribute to teens ‘full of potential’ Belfast Telegraph06:27 13-May-25

Students collaborate with RNLI for Deaf Awareness Week Exmouth Journal05:17 13-May-25

New report reveals that 4 million people are alive today, thanks to the RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Courtown RNLI launch to aid crew on sailing vessel Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Kippford RNLI Aids Lone Sailor Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Horton and Port Eynon RNLI rescue two people cut off by tide on Worms Head Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Bangor and Donaghadee RNLI respond following report of boat taking on water Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

VE Day: RNLI remembers WWII Courage from Wells, Sheringham and Cromer Crews Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Enniskillen RNLI assist three people during two separate call outs Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Five new fully fledged lifeboat crew at Dún Laoghaire RNLI Royal National Lifeboat Institution (Press Release)00:48 13-May-25

Troon lifeboat races to drifting sailing vessel near harbour Ayr Advertiser21:23 12-May-25

‘Spirited’ first shout for new lifeboat at Littlehampton RNLI SussexWorld19:11 12-May-25

Dart RNLI lifeboat gets new berth as new station opening nears Totnes Times15:29 12-May-25

People rescued after paddleboarders swept out to sea Liverpool Echo14:58 12-May-25

Two hundred birthdays and a wedding - double whammy of celebrations for Appledore RNLI North Devon Gazette12:54 12-May-25

TPE launches fundraising partnership with RNLI at Scarborough Railway Station The Scarborough News12:32 12-May-25

Trains, boats and charity appeals as TransPennine Express launches RNLI fundraising campaign Prolific North11:27 12-May-25

Lifeboat rescuers help boat after engine failure left it standard in firth Ross-shire Journal, Scotland11:17 12-May-25

Stricken sailing vessel off Ayrshire coast rescued by RNLI Daily Record10:24 12-May-25

Hayling Island Lifeboat raced to rescue two 'extremely cold' people after jetski capsized in bay The News, Portsmouth09:39 11-May-25

Authorities recover body from the water in Wexford Harbour Sunday World17:02 10-May-25

Travelling artwork to honour 200 years of the RNLI BBC07:26 10-May-25

Lifeboat station reflects on heroic WW2 crews BBC06:57 10-May-25

Huge trawler boat gets stranded off Pembrokeshire coast Yahoo! UK & Ireland06:01 10-May-25

Missing man found after through-the-night Thurso air, sea and land search John O'Groat Journal, Scotland15:12 9-May-25

Explore Angle Lifeboat at Dale Sailing Open Day, Neyland The Pembroke And Pembroke Dock Observer10:03 9-May-25

Why a 'unique' four-year-old boy is taking on a huge challenge for a lifeboat charity Warrington Guardian05:54 9-May-25

In the last month

Missing children and trouble at Sully Island - series of call outs for RNLI Barry Barry & District News, Wales19:59 8-May-25

Teignmouth honours VE Day with poppies Mid Devon Advertiser15:18 8-May-25

Annual Tower Lifeboat Station Yacht Race Preview Sail World, UK14:17 8-May-25

Five New Fully Fledged Lifeboat Crew at Dun Laoghaire RNLI Afloat.ie14:15 8-May-25

Courtmacsherry RNLI Commemorates Lusitania's 110th Anniversary Afloat.ie14:15 8-May-25

RNLI looks back at stories of courage to mark the 80th anniversary of Ve Day North Wales Chronicle13:48 8-May-25

RNLI marks Ve Day with tribute to WWII heroes The Narberth & Whitland Observer12:33 8-May-25

VE Day: RNLI collecting stories of courage from Second World War The Isle Of Thanet News12:25 8-May-25

Pembrokeshire RNLI crew’s valiant WW2 rescue attempt without a lifeboat The Pembrokeshire Herald12:03 8-May-25

Four call-outs for Courtmacsherry RNLI in seven days Echo Live11:59 8-May-25

Wartime lifeboat heroes of Wales remembered on VE Day anniversary The Pembrokeshire Herald11:43 8-May-25

Last lifeboat launch during WW2 was in Devon BBC11:23 8-May-25

Cowes RNLI Mayday fundraising event successful in rallying community support OnTheWight10:23 8-May-25

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