Government drops plans to stop paying Coastguard volunteers
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Government drops plans to stop paying Coastguard volunteers

16 Jul 2026 · Originally published 16 Jul 2026 7/10
The UK government has abandoned proposals to move coastguard volunteers to an expenses-only model following concerns that the change would lead to mass resignations. By maintaining the current payment system, the government ensures that the 3,500 volunteers who provide vital rescue services around the coast can continue their work without financial penalty.
Source: BBC News UK National
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