North East Fife MP Sir Menzies Campbell today visited Forth Coastguard station at Fife Ness in the constituency to talk to staff about the vitally important work that they do for the fishing industry, shipping and leisure in the Forth coast area.
Sir Menzies has previously highlighted the importance of the services provided by the Coastguard during the course of a debate about the Coastguard Agency in House of Commons. He told his Parliamentary colleagues that for the fishing industry the availability of coastguard cover 365 days of the year was essential for safety and confidence.
Commenting after his visit Sir Menzies said, “The importance of the Coastguard service to all users of the coast and sea is clear. The job they do 365 days a year, round the clock is absolutely vital.
“The skill and dedication of Coastguard officers at Fife Ness, which I have seen today, is remarkable and my whole-hearted thanks go out to them for the vital job which they are doing.â€
