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MNWB responds to new Seafarers’ Charter
Thousands of seafarers are set to be guaranteed fair wages, proper rest periods and suitable training thanks to a new…
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Media Contacts
The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has a number of spokespeople for interview. If you wish to speak to the Board’s press office, please contact the Board’s Communications Lead Joel Holt on joel@mnwb.org.uk or 07939 815499.
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Workshops launched to help combat modern slavery in maritime sector
New workshops aimed at empowering individuals to identify cases of modern slavery within the maritime industry have been launched. Seafarers…
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Time to vote for your unsung hero
The deadline for a national award that recognises outstanding individuals in the maritime sector is fast approaching. The Annual Award…
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Umbrella maritime charity backs groundbreaking Women in Transport survey
Merchant Navy Welfare Board is proud to sponsor the survey that aims to drive positive change in the…
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Ambassadors meeting exceeds expectations
On Monday and Tuesday this week we held our first in person MNWB Volunteer Ambassadors Programme meeting at the…
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Maritime Minister addresses packed APPG
There are ‘interesting’ and ‘challenging’ times ahead for the maritime sector. That was the message from Maritime Minister Baroness…
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A Day in the Life of Grants and Impact Manager Celia Jackson
Having worked at the Board for five years, I feel privileged to have seen firsthand the great work of our…
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Defibrillator project supports UK seafarer heart health
The Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) will provide and install 20 defibrillators in ports and seafarer centres across the UK as…
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Seafarers urged to complete port welfare survey
Hundreds of seafarers are being urged to give their views on the services and support available during…
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MNWB welcomes new law to boost seafarers’ welfare
Thousands of seafarers regularly entering UK waters should enjoy better pay protections, as the government continues to boost rights…