The RNLI says it understands the frustrations of lifeboat crew working in Douglas saying it remains ‘absolutely committed’ to providing the capital with a new vessel and suitable station.

A consultation, and data review, is being launched later this month (28 October) to assess which lifeboat would be best suited to the capital.

The current Mersey boat will be coming out of service next year; the existing station has also been condemned leaving volunteers working from a temporary base.

Jo Partner is Head of Region for Wales, West and the Isle of Man and spoke to Chanelle Sukhoo: