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RYA welcomes largest review of water sector since privatisation

23 Oct 24

The RYA welcomes the announcement by the government of an independent commission to look at the largest review of the water sector since privatisation.

Environment Week 2024: How we can do our bit

25 Oct 24

Pride in Britain’s America’s Cup trailblazers

24 Oct 24

Paris 2024 Olympic Games, credit World Sailing

Ellie Aldridge shortlisted for World Sailor of the Year

21 Oct 24

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About the RYA

The Royal Yachting Association is the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing and personal watercraft, and is a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising in the UK.

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The International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft is intended to provide evidence of competence when requested by officials in foreign countries. It is historically known as the International Certificate of Competence.